Water Safety Instructors

Water Safety Instructors St. Cloud School District 742 United States, Minnesota, St. Cloud May 23, 2026

LOCATION:

Various locations

TYPE OF POSITION

Hours based on seasonal and program needs Flexible hours, including mornings, evenings and weekends Hours may vary based on building/program needs

SALARY:

Starts at $16.00/hr

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Must be at least 15 years of age Must hold current CPR-PR, First Aid, WSI certifications Must have leadership, decision-making and public relations skills

Preferred:

Lifeguard certification

SUMMARY:

Responsible for planning, coordinating and teaching St. Cloud Community Education Aquatics Program.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain accurate records Communicate with public Show professionalism Maintain Confidentiality

KNOWLEDGE

Basic principles and practices in assigned area of responsibility Basic data collection and documentation skills English language, grammar, and punctuation

SKILLS:

Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Positions in this class typically require: swimming, reaching, standing, walking, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Plan and organize personal class teaching outlines, methods and goals that support the general teaching outlines provided by the St. Cloud Community Education Aquatics Program. Organize and direct activities for assigned classes in order to provide a high level of quality instruction for all students. Enforce pool safety standards and facility operational rules for all individuals using the facilities. Establish positive public relations with parents/guardians of class students and help them recognize and understand swimming developments and achievements. Resolve simple public concerns in matters related to swimming instruction and refer other concerns to a supervisor. Provide for the health and safety of participants including ensuring that all teaching and practice areas are free of hazards and the material and equipment are safe and put away. Complete and submit appropriate records and documentation of completed lesson to the Community Education Aquatics Lead. Maintain fitness level (swimming skills, strength, and endurance) Promote a positive and cooperative image of St. Cloud School District 742 Community Education to the public Arrange to have a substitute 48 hours in advance if you will be absent Report to work prepared and ready to begin work at the start of your scheduled shift, properly groomed and wearing proper attire Additional duties as assigned

BENEFITS

•: (•Temporary, seasonal, part-time and substitute positions not eligible.) We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week. All Employees of Saint Cloud School District 742 are responsible to support District goals, to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse populations of staff, students and parents and to model and promote a welcoming working and learning environment. Employees are expected to support and adapt to change and to demonstrate commitment to continuous performance improvement. Employees are responsible to establish and maintain effective communication with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents, respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the District, and to be dependable and accountable in the performance of their work. It is the prerogative of the District to assign staff so as to best meet the needs of the District. St. Cloud School District 742 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.isd742.org/about-us/title-ix. For inquiries, please contact jobs@isd742.org