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Swim Instructor
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Job Description
- Req#: 26047
- Create and implement structured swim lessons for all ages, infants through adults.
- Lead classes of 7-10 participants independently.
- Work with an assistant instructor within some classes.
- Observe and evaluate swimmers based on Red Cross standards.
- Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to swim 25 yards of all six strokes to a Level 4 standard.
- At least two summer seasons or one full school year of experience as a lead swim instructor.
- Knowledge of American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim curriculum.
- Preferred Qualifications:
Lifeguarding certification.
Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification.
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 $17.00 to $19.00 Number Of Positions
3 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:
Qualifications:
Application Instructions:
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.