PAC Aquatics Teaching Assistant

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: 26 days ago
Location: Corvallis, OREGON
Deadline: 15 Jun 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Job Title PAC Aquatics Teaching Assistant
Appointment Type Student Employee
Job Location Corvallis
Position Appointment Percent 100
Appointment Basis 12
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate $14.20 (Standard); $13.20 (Non-Urban); $15.45 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate $21.00 (Standard); $20.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill two part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Teaching Assistant positions for the Office of Physical Activity Programs at Oregon State University (OSU).
The Aquatics Activity Area in the Physical Activities Course (PAC) Program, a part of the Office of Physical Activity Programs, in the College of Health at Oregon State University invites applications for one or more PAC Teaching Assistant positions to assist with the instruction of PAC 248: Swim: Non-swimmer courses for the 2023-2024 academic year.
PAC 248: Swim: Non-swimmer is offered every term on a for-credit and non-credit basis. The course provides students and participants with the skills for self-rescue, fundamental skills in swimming and safety, and is designed for people with a fear of water. The course is limited to 16 students and is taught by an academic faculty instructor and a PAC Teaching Assistant and supervised by a certified lifeguard at all times.
This is a pooled posting. Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available through the academic year.
We are currently hiring for the 2023-2024 academic year for 1 to 2 teaching assistants for 2-4 hours per week.
The primary mission of the PAC Program is to provide all Oregon State University students with the knowledge and experience to make sound decisions regarding present and future physically active lifestyles. The intent of the PAC Program is to provide quality instruction in safe, adequately equipped facilities and to create a positive, enjoyable learning environment.
The PAC Teaching Assistant position will serve as an integral member of the PAC Program team, where each instructor plays a specific role to the larger organization. Recognizing individual interests and abilities, the program provides courses covering a wide variety of physical activities.
We make an effort to address contemporary trends and student interests. Courses offered through the PAC Program may include but are not limited to classes in the Activity Areas of: Aquatics, Artistic & Social dance, Aerobics & Fitness Development, Martial arts, Mind/body, Outdoor Recreation, Resistance training, Sports, Yoga and Games. For additional information about the PAC program, please visit https://health.oregonstate.edu/pac.
Position Duties
The PAC Teaching Assistant will work directly with and under the supervision of the academic faculty instructor to teach the course, working in the pool for the duration of the class, and working directly with students. The PAC Teaching Assistant will have two to three meetings before and during the term with the faculty instructor to discuss the curriculum and planning for the course.
PAC 248 is offered during Fall, Winter and Spring terms. One to two sections of the course are offered, totaling two to four hours per week of work for the PAC Teaching Assistant. In Spring term, the PAC Program and FSF Program typically offer short-duration non-credit community non-swimmer courses that the PAC Teaching Assistant would assist with, consisting of four to six 90-minute pool sessions.
PAC Teaching Assistants are expected to attend PAC Program All Staff Meetings, which are typically one to two hours at the start of Fall term.
The PAC Teaching Assistant will not have access to student information, access to grades, or be involved in the assignment of grades for the course.
Minimum Qualifications
Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
  • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
    • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
    • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
    • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
    • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
    • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*


*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
  • A desire to help students and participants learn the fundamentals of water safety and swimming and overcome fears related to aquatic activities.
  • An interest in learning to teach and practicing and refining teaching techniques for aquatics.
  • Current, valid Adult CPR/AED and First Aid certification by the start of classes. Certification classes are offered at no charge by the PAC Program.
  • Concussion training by the start of classes. Certification is offered at no charge.
  • Lifeguard certified by a nationally recognized organization such as the American Red Cross.
  • Participation or involvement in aquatic programs such as swim lesson instruction, lifeguarding experience, swim coaching/teaching or other applicable involvement.
  • Ability to teach in the pool and from the pool deck when appropriate.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
  • Trained in United State Masters Swimming curriculum or USA Swimming curriculum.
  • Extensive participation or involvement in aquatic programming.
  • Applicable professional certification.
  • 1+ years of experience lifeguarding.
  • 2+ years of swim coaching, teaching, or swim lesson instruction at any level.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Fall 2023 term schedule has been set. The course schedule for PAC 248 can be found here. https://classes.oregonstate.edu/?keyword=248&srcdb=999999&subject=PAC
PAC Courses are taught during the 10 week term, with no meetings during Finals Week. Term start and end dates can be found here: https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/osu-academic-calendar

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P10225SE
Number of Vacancies 2
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2023
Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/15/2024
Posting Date 08/28/2023
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 06/15/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1. A Resume/Vita
2. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position
3. Current, valid Adult CPR/AED and First Aid certification
4. Two references
For additional information please contact: Katelyn Kirk at [email protected]
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
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