Water Safety Aide (PT) Position Available In Monroe, Pennsylvania

Water Safety Aide (PT)

Salary:

$16.00 per hour Mohawk Valley Community College provides accessible, high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students. We are the community’s college, committed to student success through partnerships, transfer and career pathways, and personal enrichment. The College is looking for exceptional colleagues to join the MVCC community. We are currently seeking a part-time Water Safety Aide in our Center for Corporate & Community Education. The Water Safety Aide will assist Water Safety Instructors (WSI) for Red Cross Swim program levels guiding individuals of diverse age groups in mastering essential swimming techniques. They will work under the supervision of the Water Safety Instructor who is teaching the course. The Water Safety Aide will provide additional attention and supervision to participants. They will help oversee students’ performance, and maintain records of attendance, progress and incidents. Key responsibilities for this position include: Demonstrates the skills and proper swimming form being taught by the WSI;
Assists participants under the direction of the WSI;
Provides encouragement and motivation to learners;
Recognizes unsafe conditions and behaviors. Responds either by addressing or reporting situations to the Water Safety Instructor or program administrator;
Is knowledgeable of course objectives and materials;
Assists with clerical, supervisory and safety responsibilities;
Other duties as assigned. This position requires weekday and Saturday availability. The work schedule for this position will be based on the needs of the department and the availability of the applicant.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Proficient swimming abilities Comfortable being in the water Effective communication skills Ability to take direction and initiative, as well as remain alert and attentive Weekday and Saturday availability Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age, mature and responsible

Preferred Qualifications:

Current American Red Cross or equivalent Lifeguard or CPR and First Aid certification Special Instructions to

Applicants:

 Official academic transcripts required upon hire.

Review Start Date:

 6/16/2025