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Aquatics Manager Assistant

Norridge, IllinoisFull-time
up to $45,000 annually
About the Job
Blue Gems Swim School
7510 W Irving Park Rd, Norridge, IL 60706

Blue Gems Swim School is Chicagoland's premier boutique family-owned swimming school focusing on infant, children, and teen learn to swim lessons as well as a variety of progressive aquatic development programs.
Requirements:
  • Minimum of 1 year of teaching experience
  • Passion for working with children and helping them succeed
  • Ability to multi-task and organize multiple employees and shifts
  • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
  • Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures
  • Lifeguard and/or Lifeguard Instructor certifications are required (within the first 90 days of hire - can be provided in-house)

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Manage the daily operations of school for assigned shifts.
  • Manage the swim instructors and lifeguards to ensure a positive team environment and excellent performance.
  • Conduct daily pre-shift meetings and prepare pool deck area for the shift.
  • Coordinate staff substitutions for classes when needed.
  • Act as a substitute swim instructor when necessary.
  • Provide swim instructions based on the Blue Gems Swim School curriculum.
  • Assess and Manage student skill tracking to ensure proper reporting and progress.
  • Submit Daily Reports after each shift.
  • Enforce safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents during shift.
  • Effectively communicate progress and feedback to students and their parents or guardians, ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Complete accident/incident reports as necessary.
  • Assist with closing and securing the facility.
  • Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits:
  • Health Care (for full-time employees).
  • 401K Retirement Plan.
  • Fulfilling work environment.
  • The ability for career growth in leadership roles.
  • Valuable work experience.
  • Extensive experience with physical education and sports management.