American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor Wanted
Work for a Great Team with a Lifesaving Mission! Potential for a long-term position.
Position Overview
The Aquatic Connection, LLC is seeking an experienced American Red Cross (“ARC”) Lifeguarding Instructor (“Instructor”) to provide high-quality lifeguarding and CPR training services as an independent contractor for our Aquatic Training Academy.
As a Lifeguarding Instructor, you will teach and certify lifeguards according to American Red Cross standards, including CPR, AED, and first aid. This role requires excellent communication skills, a deep knowledge of safety protocols, and a commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and educational environment for all participants. If you’re enthusiastic about water safety and enjoy instructing others, we’d love for you to join our team!
Job Location
The Aquatic Connection, LLC is based in Vermont, yet The Aquatic Training Academy services clients nationwide. We are looking for instructors who are willing to travel to our Training Locations.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and execute all American Red Cross Lifeguarding Courses in accordance with American Red Cross Course Standards
- Ensure all instructional materials and equipment are set up and in proper working order before each class
- Educate participants on safety protocols, emergency response procedures, and lifeguard duties
- Provide candidates with specific constructive feedback and individualized instruction to coach them in successfully achieving course objectives
- Monitor candidates’ progress, evaluate their skills, and administer American Red Cross certification exams
- Maintain accurate records of candidates’ attendance, skills progress, and certifications
- Promote a positive, supportive learning environment that encourages skill development and safety awareness
- Effectively communicate with Team Leaders, Clients, and Course Candidates
- Complete and submit all course documentation timely
Our Ideal Candidate Has
- Excellent communication (written and verbal), presentation, and teaching skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload of self
- Critical thinking & problem-solving skills
- A passion for working with adolescents and adults
- A keen eye for recognizing areas of strength and areas of improvement
- A reflective & growth mindset
- Ability to work independently and collaborate well with others
- Teaching experience
Qualifications & Certification Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Hold a valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding/CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
- Hold a valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor Certification
- Familiarity with all American Red Cross Lifeguarding Courses
Travel Requirements
- Must have reliable transportation
- Required travel within New England during the spring and summer months with occasional out-of-town overnight stays
Compensation
- Per Training Pay
- We pay bonuses & commissions for great work
- Approved travel expenses paid for by the Company
- Reimbursements for approved expenses listed in the contract
This role is perfect for you if you are...
- Great communicator
- Fast implementer & self-starter
- Dependable & trustworthy
- Detail-oriented & hold high standards
This role is not for you if you are...
- Someone who has a lot going on already and doesn’t have the time to commit to training during the busy season.
- Someone who isn’t willing to sign a non-disclosure agreement.
- Someone who needs a lot of direction and support.
- Someone who wants to be an entrepreneur and grow their own business. This position is for someone who is looking to grow with this company.
Why this job is awesome...
Working with The Aquatic Connection, LLC is an experience of a lifetime. When you work with us, you’ll get:
- The opportunity to travel and make a difference in communities nationwide
- A flexible work schedule
- A team behind you that is cheerleading you, supporting you, guiding you, and championing you.
- Your voice is heard! Every one of our team members has the chance to give input, create value, and make a big impact on the future of our company and the communities we serve.
- Experience in a fast-growing company where things are always evolving to provide the highest-quality training, new ideas come to life in a matter of weeks, and everybody is fully invested every single day.
- The chance to stretch professionally. If there is a skill set or topic you’re interested in, this is the place to learn and challenge yourself.
- Competitive compensation.
Congratulations, you made it to the end! I look forward to learning more about you.
This is an ongoing position. We want to work with you for years, not weeks.
We’ll be accepting applicants until December 31, 2024
Please apply prior to this closing date to be considered for this role.
To apply, we require a letter of interest/cover letter and resume. Resumes sent alone will not be considered.
How to Apply:
If you’d like to be considered for this role and believe you have the qualities listed above to be successful, please complete our employment application by clicking here.
Then follow the steps below:
- Step 1: Complete the Application by Clicking the “Apply Here” Button
- Final Step: Email us at Careers@TheAquaticConnection.com with the subject line, type: “#BestInstructorEver! Application submitted.”
- In the first paragraph of the email, tell us what makes you the best instructor to join The Aquatic Connection Team and Family!
Once you submit your responses, we will respond within 48 hours.
Be on the lookout for an email coming from: Careers@TheAquaticConnection.com