Job Details

Swim Instructor (Short-term)


FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Schedule: Miscellaneous Pay

Months Per Year: Through June 30, 2026 (extension contingent on Board approval)

Mandated Reporter: Yes

Campus Security Authority: No

The Swim Instructor provides swim instruction to children of all ages enrolled in the swim school.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.

1. Plan lessons and follow the instruction curriculum
2. Present proper demonstrations of skills in the water with students
3. Maintain a safe and positive teaching environment
4. Effectively communicate student progress to parents
5. Teach basic swimming skills to children ages 3 to 12 years old
6. Teach both group and private lessons to children and adults

Employment Standards (acquired through education, training, and/or experience)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Adapt and be flexible
2. Friendly, outgoing, and able to motivate students
3. Anticipate possible hazardous situations and ensure the safety of students
4. Teach weekday evenings from 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm and weekends 9:00 am - 2:30 pm

Job Requirements:

• CPR certified
• Two (2) years minimum of swim teaching experience
• Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff

Preferred

• Lifeguard certified
• Five (5) years of swim teaching experience

Additional Information:
Physical/Other Requirements

• Ability to lift at least 50lbs

Benefits: Due to the temporary nature of this position, benefits are not included.

EEO Statement: San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, and Section 504 employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We seek to employ individuals who reflect our community's diversity of cultures, languages, and abilities.

Our EEO Plan, grounded in Title 5 regulations, is developed and monitored by an EEO Advisory Committee, reviewed at least every three years, and supported by regular training for all members of selection and screening committees. We collect and analyze recruitment and retention data to measure progress and identify barriers.

Annual Security Report

San Mateo County Community College District's (SMCCCD) 2024 Annual Security Report (ASR), required by the Clery Act, includes statistics for the previous three years (2021-2023) concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by SMCCCD; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from SMCCCD. The 2024 Annual Security Report also outlines various campus safety and security policies concerning crime reporting, prevention and response to sexual and gender violence, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, emergency response and evacuation procedures, and other matters. The Annual Security Report also includes important tips to help every community member remain safe and avoid becoming a victim of crime. The 2024 Annual Security Report is now available on the Public Safety website. You can also obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Department of Public Safety at the District Office or any of the three Campuses (650) 738-7000. The report includes information about criminal activity on our campuses, emergency procedures, and resources.


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