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Assistant Swim Instructor

4 days ago

PayCompetitive
LocationRemote
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  • Job Description

      Req#: 26046

      Department Overview:

      Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is Madison’s public recreation provider. MSCR offers a wide variety of athletic, recreational, arts and enrichment activities and classes for all ages in an accessible, inclusive setting. Programs include swimming instruction, MSCR on the Move, arts & enrichment classes, youth summer camps, sports camps & clinics, adult & 50+ fitness, adult sport leagues including pickleball, softball and tennis, and a wide variety of outdoor pursuits including paddling sports, pontoon trips, camping, orienteering and challenge courses.

      As a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), MSCR also provides afterschool enrichment activities, clubs and sports as well as summer programming in Madison elementary, middle and high schools, Allied Learning Center, and Meadowood Neighborhood Center. Afterschool clubs and sports include: arts & enrichment, homework/academic clubs, drama, dance, skiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country and much more!

      Anticipated Start Date

      6/13/25

      Anticipated End Date

      8/30/25

      Anticipated Hours Per Week

      up to 35 hours

      Schedule:

      Daytime, Afternoon and Evening hours available. - Flexible

      Salary/Wage Range:

      Hourly $15.00 to $17.00

      Number Of Positions

      5

      Position Summary/Job Duties:

      Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is Madison’s public recreation provider. MSCR offers a wide variety of athletic, recreational, arts and enrichment activities and classes for all ages in an accessible, inclusive setting. Programs include swimming instruction, MSCR on the Move, arts & enrichment classes, youth summer camps, sports camps & clinics, adult & 50+ fitness, adult sport leagues including pickleball, softball and tennis, and a wide variety of outdoor pursuits including paddling sports, pontoon trips, camping, orienteering and challenge courses.

      As a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), MSCR also provides afterschool enrichment activities, clubs and sports as well as summer programming in Madison elementary, middle and high schools, Allied Learning Center, and Meadowood Neighborhood Center. Afterschool clubs and sports include: arts & enrichment, homework/academic clubs, drama, dance, skiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country and much more!

      Program Description:

      MSCR offers swim instruction for all ages (infants through adults), following the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim standards.

      Job Description & Duties:

      • Assist lead instructors in teaching Red Cross Learn-to-Swim programs.
      • Engage with swimmers and create a fun learning environment.
      • Learn valuable skills in lesson planning and co-teaching (optional path for those interested in leading classes in the future).

      Qualifications:

      • Minimum Qualifications:
        • Ability to swim 25 yards of all six strokes to a Level 4 standard (or willingness to learn to this level).
        • Comfort in deep water (up to 12 feet).
      • Preferred Qualifications:

        Previous swim lesson experience or experience working with youth.

      Application Instructions:

      • Other Information:

        Opportunities to receive Lifeguarding and/or WSI Certification through MSCR.
        Please contact Michelle Borkovec, mborkovec@madison.k12.wi.us with any questions.

      Contact:

      Org: Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR)
      Web: www.mscr.org
      Email: mscr@madison.k12.wi.us
  • About the company

      The University of Wisconsin is a top-ranked research institution located in Madison, Wisconsin, providing exceptional education opportunities to undergraduates, graduate and professional students.