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CENTERS, LLC is a professional management firm specializing in facility, operation, and program management for higher education. CENTERS' management approach is customized for each client yet retains our uniform quality. Our firm unites site staff with a centralized administrative team, each contributing to the firm's goals and client needs. The CENTERS team is innovative, entrepreneurial, trail-blazing, and ambitious for both CENTERS and our clients. Today, CENTERS provides management services for 14 clients.The Health, Fitness & Recreation Center at Moraine Valley Community College is a state-of-the-art facility in Palos Hills, Illinois, currently under CENTERS management. This 113,000 square foot building, which opened in March 2014, supports the college’s athletic program, physical education & recreation therapy departments, and new campus recreation department. The fitness center consists of a 15,000 square foot fitness floor including cardiovascular machines, strength equipment and free weight room; 4 group exercise studios, 1/10 mile indoor running track, the Cyclone Center, including 3-court field house with basketball, volleyball, and badminton; 4 lap lane aquatic center including a whirlpool, expansive locker rooms each with a steam room, family changing rooms, Tropical Smoothie Café, a Pro Shop, and open lobby spaces with seating.Commitment to the well-being, security, and future of our employees is a priority. View the comprehensive information about the competitive benefits package on our careers page then scroll down to CENTERS Benefits (click link to view).Essential ResponsibilitiesSwim instruction for preschool, school age and adult students in group and private lessonsSpecific ResponsibilitiesHave familiarity with a national learn-to-swim program, other water safety courses and know how to use course materials effectivelyAdapt teaching approaches to the age, experience and ability of participants so they can meet course objectives as set by MVCC Health, Fitness & Recreation ServicesMaintain order and discipline in classes to ensure a safe environment and promote a learning atmosphereDemonstrate skills required for class content and use teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings etc.Communicate regularly with participants to ensure they are aware of their progressAttend all mandatory full staff meetings and specific area meetingsCheck email and intranet on a regular basisServe as a role model and maintain a professional attitude to all parents, children and co-workers on and off dutyOther duties as required by supervisorMinimum Requirements:Previous experience as a swim coach and/or strong swimming backgroundRequired to obtain swim instructorcertification through Ellis & Assoc upon hire (training will be provided by site)Current American Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR/AED requiredPreferred SkillsExperience in developing swim lesson progressionsThrough understanding of all swimming strokes and skills including ability to demonstrateAbility to work with a diverse population of clientsWork EnvironmentPoolModerate to loud noisePhysical DemandsPhysical conditioning