RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #16-232                                                                        SWIM INSTRUCTOR (Hourly)
NOVEMBER 18, 2016                                                                                               VARIOUS LOCATIONS
                                                                                                                                  2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR 
                                                                                                                           
 
POSITION:               
The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Kriner Cash, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:
 
                        SWIM INSTRUCTOR - VARIOUS LOCATIOS (HOURLY)
                                                                     
APPLICATION:       
Candidates must complete an online application at www.buffaloschools.org/jobs.
 
Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application.  (Be sure to check your junk and spam mail.)  If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received.  You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.
   
Responsibilities

• Be familiar with American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim levels/curriculum or other nationally recognized water safety/swim lesson curriculum and know how to use course materials effectively.
• Provide instruction for varying ages of the school and community.
• Assist with designing programs to meet the participant's interests, abilities and goals.
• Educate participants on proper technique and promote swimmer safety.
• Provide lesson plans as appropriate.
• Conduct swim tests as required.
• Submit and maintain skill sheets, lesson logs and attendance information.
• Provide for the health and safety of participants, including ensuring that all teaching and practice areas are free of hazards and that materials and equipment are safe.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of pools and equipment.
• Tend to accident or emergency situations in accordance with accident/incident protocols and/or emergency action plans.
• Attend mandatory meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

 Qualifications

• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) preferred.
• Current lifeguard, first aid, adult CPR/AED certification required.
• Previous swim instruction experience required.
• Proficient in swimming strokes – front crawl, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.
• Knowledge of and ability to demonstrate skills in lessons instruction and use teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, pull buoys, etc.
• Ability to work independently.
• Able to work a variable work schedule that may include early mornings, evenings and weekends.
• Strong communication and customer service skills. 

Candidates must be employed by the Board of Education in accordance with Article XII-G of the Master Contract between the Buffalo Board of Education and the Buffalo Teacher’s Federation.
 
SUPERVISOR:         Athletics Director

 
SALARY:                  As per the current BTF contract.                                               
 
FUND #:                   Pending funding 

FINAL DATE
FOR FILING:           DECEMBER 5, 2016
 
 
                                                                                    DR. KRINER CASH,
                                                                                    SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS