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Swimming Trainer

Etqan Global Academy

Doha, Qatar

Furnished accommodation will be provided

Roundtrip airfare will be provided

Start August 2024

Job
School

Contract Length: 3 years

Number of Vacancies: 4

Student Level:

Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Eligible Candidates:

University Graduate, Licensed Teacher

School Requirements:

Education Required: Bachelor
Minimum Teaching Experience: 5 years of teaching experience
Major: Physical Education, Swimming
Required Certificates:
Teaching Credential/License
Work Visa Eligibility: Tunisia

Additional School Requirements:

Certified swimming instructor
First Aid certification
Certified lifeguard
Understanding of water safety principles and emergency procedures
Strong swimming skills and experience in swimming
Knowledge of swimming techniques, strokes, and training methods
Ability to teach and communicate effectively with swimmers of all ages and skill levels
Experience in developing personalized training plans based on individual abilities and goals
Good observational skills to analyze swimmers' techniques and provide constructive feedback

Job Benefits:

Tax-free salary
Transportation
Health care
Paid vacations
External and internal professional development
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description:

We are seeking a Swimming Trainer, who will be an integral part of the school's PE program, teaching school-aged groups water safety and proper swimming techniques, They will work in a private setting, utilizing the school's swimming pools.

Responsibilities may include:

Instruction: Providing clear and effective instructions on swimming techniques, strokes, and breathing to beginners as well as advanced swimmers.
Safety: Ensuring the safety of all participants by enforcing pool rules, supervising activities, and being prepared to respond to emergencies such as drowning or injury.
Assessment: Evaluating swimmers' abilities and progress, and providing feedback for improvement.
Lesson Planning: Designing lesson plans tailored to the skill level and goals of the participants, incorporating both skill development and physical conditioning.
Demonstration: Demonstrating proper techniques and drills, and correcting form and technique as needed.
Communication: Communicating effectively with swimmers, parents (if applicable), and colleagues regarding progress, concerns, and scheduling.
Equipment Maintenance: Maintaining swimming equipment such as lane lines, kickboards, and pool toys, and ensuring a clean and safe pool environment.
Certification and Training: Staying current with certifications in lifeguarding, CPR, and first aid, and participating in continuing education to improve teaching methods and stay updated on industry trends.

Overall, the Swimming Trainer will play a crucial role in helping students of various ages and skill levels develop confidence, and improve their swimming abilities.

This is a Direct to School Job

About the School:

BACKGROUND

EGA is an IB PYP accredited school, an MYP Candidate, and a CIS member school that offers an advanced education model in Doha, Qatar in addition to the Qatari Curriculum for the Arabic Language, Islamic, and Social Studies. As of the academic year 2022/2023, we provide schooling to Pre-KG to Grade 8 students, and we plan for natural growth up to grade 12 in successive years.

EGA's education philosophy emphasizes inquiry, stimulates curiosity, and fosters comprehension and creativity. Students at the EGA acquire and practice strong leadership skills and develop a sense of global responsibility.

SCHOOL CAMPUS

The school operates out of a purposely built campus situated on a 60,000 square meter land plot in the Northside of Doha. As of the academic year 2023/2024, our enrollment is nearly 1,600 students; however, the school campus' total enrollment capacity is 4,650 students.

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