Swim Instructor

For fun at work, just add water  Make a splash this summer working at the Shawnee Municipal pools  The Swim Instructor position teaches a progressive swim program to individuals ages six (6) months to adult. This position is responsible for ensuring the safety of all classes, completing the appropriate records, and providing an enjoyable environment for students to learn. Current pay for the Swim Instructor position begins at $16.00 per hour. Additional compensation is provided for employees who return after each season.

Position Responsibilities: 

• Ensure a comfortable and safe environment for students to learn
• Teach individuals in each class based on the structure established in the Shawnee Swim Lessons Manual
• Communicate with students and parents the class status regarding cancellations, changes or information pertinent to their class or its enrollments
• Take class roll each day and record attendance
• Must be available for all days and times within an entire instruction session
• Complete lesson plans for substitute instructor along with pertinent emergency information and procedures
• Monitor the skills of all students throughout the class and record progress for future placement
• Attend appropriate training sessions and staff meetings as scheduled
• Perform other related duties as requested or assigned by the Site Coordinator or Aquatic Director
• Assist in promoting all activities sponsored by Shawnee Parks & Recreation Department
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 15 years of age before May 31, 2026
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and Oxygen Administration certification, or the ability to obtain prior to the start of the pool season.
• Hold current Swim Instructor Certification or the ability to complete the Shawnee Swim Instructor Training Program prior to employment.
• Previous swim instruction/swimming pool work experience preferred.
• Lifeguard/PA certification preferred.

Supplemental Information:

This is a seasonal, non-benefits eligible position.  The position will be posted until filled.

Contact Rylan Davis, Aquatics Specialist at or for further information.

Additional Statements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. The City of Shawnee reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities of job descriptions to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. The job description is not a contract or guarantee of employment.

The City of Shawnee complies with federal and state equal opportunity laws. It is the City's policy to provide an equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, socioeconomic status, genetic information, citizenship, veteran status or familial status, or any other basis protected by state or federal law, in regard to hire, training, promotion,