The Adaptive Aquatics and Wellness Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and overseeing all matters related to the aquatics and fitness program.

This position will supervise and safely implement all student water-based and land-based activities, staff training, pool and fitness area maintenance, and equipment procurement.

The incumbent will also provide leadership, direction, and guidance to staff members assigned to support students in the pool and other fitness activities.

At the Lifeskills and Education for Students with Autism and Pervasive Behavioral Challenges ( LEAP ) Program, our mission is to ensure each of our students gains the independence and skills necessary to fully participate in school, community, workplace, and home life.

Our specialized autism program is a nonpublic special education day program approved by the Maryland State Department of Education.

We offer a range of educational and therapeutic services for students with complex academic, communication, social, and behavioral needs. Our program emphasizes the development of lifelong skills through an active approach to learning, including participation in community and work-based learning opportunities that allow them to apply skills outside of the classroom.

1. Supervise students in the pool, locker rooms, and other recreational/fitness areas.
2. Provide direction to school staff in the context of leading aquatics and fitness activities.
3. Plan and implement water-based and land-based fitness activities for students. Collaborate with teachers, related services, and program administration to ensure activities are consistent with overall program and student goals. Maintain safe and clean environment for aquatic and fitness activities.
4. Test pool chemical levels and maintain daily records of readings as noted in the Institute’s Aquatics Policies and Procedures.
5. Oversee pool security by controlling access of students/staff during program hours.
6. Purchase, inventory, secure, and maintain all aquatic instructional equipment, including first aid equipment for the pool area and all land-based fitness activities.
7. Conduct swim tests, safety briefings, and trainings for school staff.
8. Oversee the use of the pool and compliance with all regulations. Keep records and certifications posted and up-to-date according to Maryland and Red Cross regulations and others.
9. Oversee and assist with scheduling of pool for all Kennedy Krieger Institute School programs.
10. Provide daily direction (not administrative supervision) to the Aquatics and Fitness Assistant.
11. Notify supervisor, Director of Bennett Blazers, or campus Facilities Manager of any conditions relating to the pool or locker rooms that may require attention.
12. Participate in and contribute to in-services in a professional and collegial manner.
13. Create new wellness initiatives within the program.

• Must possess and maintain each of the following credentials:
• Water Safety Instructor Certification
• Lifeguard Certification
• Pool Operator License
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Professional Crisis Management (PCM) will be provided by the department and according to the individual program requirements. Employee must achieve and maintain certification (at the “Practitioner” level or higher for PCM, although Practitioner II certification is highly preferred) according to the timeline established within the departmental policy.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BA/BS preferred. Education specific to special education preferred.

• Adaptive physical education experience preferred.
• At least two years of life-guarding and water safety experience required.