Madison School & Community Recreation
Youth Aquatics Assistant Swim Instructor
Madison School & Community Recreation, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774
Youth Aquatics Assistant Swim Instructor
Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is Madison’s public recreation provider. MSCR offers a wide variety of athletic, recreational, arts and enrichment activities and classes for all ages in an accessible, inclusive setting. Programs include swimming instruction, MSCR on the Move, arts & enrichment classes, youth summer camps, sports camps & clinics, adult & 50+ fitness, adult sport leagues including pickleball, softball and tennis, and a wide variety of outdoor pursuits including paddling sports, pontoon trips, camping, orienteering and challenge courses.
As a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), MSCR also provides afterschool enrichment activities, clubs and sports as well as summer programming in Madison elementary, middle and high schools, Allied Learning Center and Meadowood Neighborhood Center. Afterschool clubs and sports include: arts & enrichment, homework/academic clubs, drama, dance, skiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country and much more!
Program Description:
MSCR offers swim instruction for all ages (infants through adults) following the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim standards. Programs are held at five MMSD pools throughout Madison on weekday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Depending on the location, swim instructors may teach any of the following: child + adult classes, preschool lessons, youth lessons (grades K-8) and/or teen/adult lessons.
Job Description & Duties:
Assist lead instructors in teaching Red Cross Learn-to-Swim programs.
Engage with swimmers and create a fun learning environment.
Learn valuable skills in lesson planning and co‑teaching (optional path for those interested in leading classes in the future).
Hours a Week: Up to 18.5 hours per week.
Work Hours: Daytime, afternoon and evening hours available.
Pay Rate: $15 – $18 /hour
Minimum Qualifications:
At least 14 years of age
Interest in working with youth of all abilities
Ability to swim 25 yards of all six strokes to a Level 4 standard (or willingness to learn to this level)
Comfort in deep water (up to 12 feet)
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous swim lesson experience or experience working with youth.
Other Information:
Opportunities to receive Lifeguarding and/or WSI Certification through MSCR.
Please contact Michelle Borkovec, mborkovec@madison.k12.wi.us with any questions.
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As a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), MSCR also provides afterschool enrichment activities, clubs and sports as well as summer programming in Madison elementary, middle and high schools, Allied Learning Center and Meadowood Neighborhood Center. Afterschool clubs and sports include: arts & enrichment, homework/academic clubs, drama, dance, skiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country and much more!
Program Description:
MSCR offers swim instruction for all ages (infants through adults) following the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim standards. Programs are held at five MMSD pools throughout Madison on weekday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Depending on the location, swim instructors may teach any of the following: child + adult classes, preschool lessons, youth lessons (grades K-8) and/or teen/adult lessons.
Job Description & Duties:
Assist lead instructors in teaching Red Cross Learn-to-Swim programs.
Engage with swimmers and create a fun learning environment.
Learn valuable skills in lesson planning and co‑teaching (optional path for those interested in leading classes in the future).
Hours a Week: Up to 18.5 hours per week.
Work Hours: Daytime, afternoon and evening hours available.
Pay Rate: $15 – $18 /hour
Minimum Qualifications:
At least 14 years of age
Interest in working with youth of all abilities
Ability to swim 25 yards of all six strokes to a Level 4 standard (or willingness to learn to this level)
Comfort in deep water (up to 12 feet)
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous swim lesson experience or experience working with youth.
Other Information:
Opportunities to receive Lifeguarding and/or WSI Certification through MSCR.
Please contact Michelle Borkovec, mborkovec@madison.k12.wi.us with any questions.
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