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Job Attributes
Requisition ID:
R-6445
Job Category:
Aquatics
Job Type:
Part Time
Job Location:
2444 N Elston Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
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Midtown is looking for a part-time Aquatics Coach to add to our first-class organization.
Learn more about our beautiful Chicago club here: Midtown Athletic Club Chicago - Health Club and Gym Chicago
The Position
As an integral part of the aquatics team, our Aquatics Coaches inspire members through movement, community, and personal attention. They encourage active, social, and healthier lives by:
- Demonstrating professionalism, resilience, continued growth and optimism
- Build lesson plans based on the Midtown curriculum and teach to expectations
- Promoting and providing private lessons
- Have excellent engagement skills to build trust and open communication
- Maintaining aquatics areas and equipment to promote an enjoyable experience
- Provide availability to teach during Group Lesson times which may include: Monday - Friday 3:45pm - 6:30pm, Saturday & Sunday 9:00am-1:00pm.
Our Aquatics Coaches:
- Have 2 years experience with a recognized swim school or 4 years competitive swim experience with a passion to work with children.
- Experience and Enthusiasm to teach Group lesson for the following age groups: 6-months to 36-months, 3-year to 5 year, & 6-year to 12-year.
- Possess our core values: Win Together, Glass Half Full mindset, be Passionate About Helping Others, always strive to Be Better Than Yesterday, and Be Kind.
- Current lifeguard or water safety instructor certifications recommended (American Red Cross preferred)
- Possess ability to provide multisensory instruction: auditory, visual, tactile, kinesthetic
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver information clearly, concisely, and timely
Compensation
Position base rate is $24.00 - $26.50 per instructional hour (tiered depending on experience, education and certifications)
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.
MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Us
We work at Midtown to inspire people to transform their lives‐and we do our job well. Our members stay longer than any other major athletic club chain in North America because we are committed to providing resort-like environments, personal attention, and active communities at every one of our clubs. We believe all three of those pillars start with attracting and growing rock star talent at every level of our organization.
Our Commitment to Candidates
We're committed to creating a positive experience for every candidate who considers a career at Midtown. Whether you join our team or pursue another path, we want you to feel respected and appreciated, because, at Midtown, we believe every interaction is an opportunity to live our core values. Since many of our roles are member-facing, the interview process may vary by department and location. We're currently working to standardize this process to ensure greater transparency for all candidates and will update our site once it's finalized.
Associate Benefits
Members of the Midtown team receive:
- Complimentary club membership
- Discounts on Midtown products and services
- Professional development allowance
- Health insurance for eligible full-time associates
- And more
