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Student Swim Instructor/Certification Class Instructor
- College
- Shepherd University
- City
- Shepherdstown, West Virginia
- Where you’d teach
- On campus
- Job type
- Part-time
- Degree
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification
- Posted
- Nov 11, 2026
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FLSA Student Pay Level B Advertised Pay Rate Position Status Regular Student Employment Department Student Emp Wellness Center Job Summary/Basic Function As Lifeguard : Protect the safety and well being of each patron using the SUWC aquatic facility. The lifeguard will provide friendly, professional, and safe assistance to all aquatic users. Supervise the activities of swimmers by enforcing rules and regulations. Warn swimmers of improper activities or hazards.
Rescue persons in distress or in danger of drowning and provide rescue breathing, CPR and First Aid. Notify the Aquatic Coordinator of any accidents, rescues, or other pertinent information. Successfully and positively perform within work team dynamics. Attend scheduled in-service training.
Maintain attendance and activity record and complete required reports. Assist in cleaning and maintaining the pool and related areas and facilities. As Swim Instructor/Certification Class Instructor : Responsible for planning, coordinating and teaching group and private swimming lessons. Responsible for planning, coordinating and teaching certification courses.
Minimum Qualifications
As Lifeguard : Current accredited professional rescuer CPR and First aid/Lifeguard certification Strong interpersonal and communication skills As Swim Instructor/Certification Class Instructor : American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Instructor level certification for course material Prior experience as a swim instructor/course instructor in a similar work setting Skills in : Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Strong communication and leadership In good academic standing An understanding of facility rules, policies and procedures Ability to : Be customer service friendly Independently resolve problems with customers Maintain good academic standing Good decision making skills Preferred Qualifications Certified Water Safety Instructor Certified Pool Operator Experience in a similar aquatic setting Posting Date 11/11/2026 Close Date Special Instructions Summary Job Duties Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Optional Documents Resume Cover Letter Transcripts VISIT 301 N KING ST, SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV 25443 MAIL P.O. BOX 5000, SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV 25443 CALL 304.876.5000 To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at . Any data not saved will be lost.
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