Jobs at Northern Kentucky University

10-20 hours per week. The shifts will accommodate pool hours due to needed lifeguard coverage and also based on the client’s needs.

The Campus Recreation swim instructor position is established to teach people of all ages the importance of water safety and how to swim in a proper manner. This includes providing quality instruction
for our group and private swim lesson programs and knowledge of teaching methods and course requirements outlined by the American Red Cross Learn to Swim program. Swim instructors must also maintain the proper certifications and physical fitness required by industry standards. All in-service training sessions and staff meetings are mandatory.

i. Provide quality instruction for our group and private swim lesson programs.
ii. Knowledge of teaching methods and course requirements outlined by the American Red Cross Learn to Swim program.
iii. Keep records of students and classes taught and report all certifications to the Coordinator of Aquatics.

i. Minimum of 1 year teaching swim lessons OR team teaching with another experienced instructor for at least 2-4 sessions.
ii. Water Safety Instructor certification or equivalent certification is preferred, not required.
iii. Lifeguard certification.

Any candidate offered this position is required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.