The Pennsylvania State University
Swim Instructor
The Pennsylvania State University, State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Application Instructions
Current Penn State employee (faculty, staff, technical service, or student). Please log on to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
Current Penn State student (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State. Please log on to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are not a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.
Job Description and Position Requirements The Department of Campus Recreation is seeking Penn State students to fill the position of Swim Instructor. Campus Recreation is a department within Student Affairs that provides fitness, wellness, and recreational programs to the campus community through the operation and administration of the new expanded and renovated 200,000 sf Intramural Building, the McCoy Natatorium, the 700‑acre Stone Valley Outdoor Recreation Area, a Tennis Center including six clay courts and four indoor courts, the White Building, Outdoor Adventures, Aquatics, Club Sports, Fitness and Wellness Programs, and Intramural Sports.
Responsibilities
Instruct group and private swim lessons to a variety of ages, experiences, learning styles and abilities, meeting outlined goals and objectives.
Demonstrate confidence and knowledge of American Red Cross Parent‑Child, Preschool, Learn to Swim and Adult levels or other certifying agencies’ standards and use material effectively.
Ensure safety of participants, keeping lesson areas free of hazards, and ensuring materials and equipment are safe.
Complete required paperwork and communicate regularly with participants and their parents to ensure they are aware of progress and arrange private lessons.
Manage disagreements respectfully and model positive rapport with patrons (including online communities).
Arrive on time for all assigned shifts or arrange appropriate coverage.
Respond calmly in stressful or emergency situations.
Maintain regular and frequent communication with supervisory team.
Interact with diverse groups through a variety of situations, use independent judgment and uphold integrity.
Attend and participate in all trainings and meetings within employee group and department‑wide; be receptive to professional and personal development; give and receive feedback; balance time commitments; recognize limitations and work to improve; be a contributing member of the Penn State Campus Recreation team.
Qualifications
Must obtain and maintain American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or Basic Water Safety Instructor certification.
Must hold American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
Complete Penn State University Bloodborne Pathogens training.
Pass both criminal and FBI background checks (obtained prior to first shift).
Hours & Work Schedule
Can work a maximum of 24 hours (International students 20 hours) per week during the academic year and 40 hours per week during breaks for Penn State University. Work will take place on the University Park Campus White Building or McCoy Natatorium (indoor or outdoor). Must accommodate a variable schedule that will include mornings, evenings, weekends; some holiday hours are required.
Campus Security Crime Statistics Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO Is the Law Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814‑865‑1473.
University Park, PA
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Current Penn State student (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State. Please log on to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are not a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.
Job Description and Position Requirements The Department of Campus Recreation is seeking Penn State students to fill the position of Swim Instructor. Campus Recreation is a department within Student Affairs that provides fitness, wellness, and recreational programs to the campus community through the operation and administration of the new expanded and renovated 200,000 sf Intramural Building, the McCoy Natatorium, the 700‑acre Stone Valley Outdoor Recreation Area, a Tennis Center including six clay courts and four indoor courts, the White Building, Outdoor Adventures, Aquatics, Club Sports, Fitness and Wellness Programs, and Intramural Sports.
Responsibilities
Instruct group and private swim lessons to a variety of ages, experiences, learning styles and abilities, meeting outlined goals and objectives.
Demonstrate confidence and knowledge of American Red Cross Parent‑Child, Preschool, Learn to Swim and Adult levels or other certifying agencies’ standards and use material effectively.
Ensure safety of participants, keeping lesson areas free of hazards, and ensuring materials and equipment are safe.
Complete required paperwork and communicate regularly with participants and their parents to ensure they are aware of progress and arrange private lessons.
Manage disagreements respectfully and model positive rapport with patrons (including online communities).
Arrive on time for all assigned shifts or arrange appropriate coverage.
Respond calmly in stressful or emergency situations.
Maintain regular and frequent communication with supervisory team.
Interact with diverse groups through a variety of situations, use independent judgment and uphold integrity.
Attend and participate in all trainings and meetings within employee group and department‑wide; be receptive to professional and personal development; give and receive feedback; balance time commitments; recognize limitations and work to improve; be a contributing member of the Penn State Campus Recreation team.
Qualifications
Must obtain and maintain American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or Basic Water Safety Instructor certification.
Must hold American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
Complete Penn State University Bloodborne Pathogens training.
Pass both criminal and FBI background checks (obtained prior to first shift).
Hours & Work Schedule
Can work a maximum of 24 hours (International students 20 hours) per week during the academic year and 40 hours per week during breaks for Penn State University. Work will take place on the University Park Campus White Building or McCoy Natatorium (indoor or outdoor). Must accommodate a variable schedule that will include mornings, evenings, weekends; some holiday hours are required.
Campus Security Crime Statistics Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO Is the Law Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814‑865‑1473.
University Park, PA
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