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Elk River Public School District
Program Staff Water Safety Instructor (WSI) | Part-time | Year-Round | School year 2-7 hrs/week | Summer up to 35 hours/week
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What they do
A Lifeguard watches swimming areas and provides for the safety of swimmers at pools, lakes and beaches. Maintains careful watch of people in the water, enforces safety rules at swimming places; rescues swimmers and treats accidents as needed.
$30,343 / year median in Minnesota
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Program Staff Water Safety Instructor (WSI) | Part-time | Year-Round | School year 2-7 hrs/week | Summer up to 35 hours/week
Elk River Public School District • Elk River, MN
K12JobSpot.com • August 23, 2026
Starting wage:
Demonstrate skills to be performed, such as floats, glides, strokes, etc.
Fill out cards for students to inform them of pass/ fail status.
Help get equipment ready for classes/clean up after class.
Keep the facility clean, including pool, pool area, and locker rooms.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as needed.
Know and understand the Red Cross Swimming Lessons Program (skills taught in each level, and the requirements to pass the class).
Equity is one of ISD728's core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. ISD728 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.
Description:
The Program Staff Water Safety Instructor teaches students life-saving skills in and around aquatic environments.Job Summary:
Greet families as they arrive to the pool.Demonstrate skills to be performed, such as floats, glides, strokes, etc.
Fill out cards for students to inform them of pass/ fail status.
Help get equipment ready for classes/clean up after class.
Keep the facility clean, including pool, pool area, and locker rooms.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as needed.
Qualifications:
15 years of age or olderCurrent American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification (must be kept updated and submitted annually)Comfort in waterDesire to work with kidsAbility to do basic skills in waterConcussion training required (online, provided by employer), CPR/ AED and First Aid training recommended.Know and understand the Red Cross Swimming Lessons Program (skills taught in each level, and the requirements to pass the class).
Shifts:
Summers offer M-Th morning, afternoon, evening and Sunday shifts | up to 35 hours/weekSchool year offers Sunday shifts | 2-7 hours/weekApplication Procedure:
Apply onlineStudies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.Equity is one of ISD728's core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. ISD728 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Job Id:
6912840623Job URL:
https://www.k12jobspot.com/Search/OpportunitiesJob State:
MNJob Lat:
45.33219909667969Job Lng:
-93.56649780273438Job County:
Sherburne CountyJob Education:
High school diploma or equivalentJob Skills:
EncouragementJob Hash:
4470713147Benefits
- Dental Insurance