Swim Instructor

Goldfish Swim School; Burlington; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldfish Swim School is hiring Swim Instructors for their new facility opening in Stoney Creek! Join a fun and rewarding team to teach children swim techniques while enjoying competitive pay, flexibility in shifts, and opportunities for advancement. If you love working with kids and have the necessary certifications, apply now!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Leadership roles

Flexible hours

Valuable work experience

Social opportunities

Future references and referrals

Qualifications

• Must pass background checks included with training.
• At least 2 years as a swimming instructor required.
• Experience as lifeguard, coach, camp counselor, or childcare provider preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students on water safety and swim techniques.
• Enforce safety rules and perform rescues as needed.
• Evaluate student progress and communicate with parents.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

National Lifeguard certification

CPR-C certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL - STONEY CREEK is hiring! Are you looking for a fun and rewarding job? Want to gain valuable experience and make a difference? Join Goldfish Swim School in Stoney Creek! We are a new facility opening in September 2025, rapidly growing, and an award-winning franchise that stands out from the rest!

We change lives by helping children reach their goals. We wear flip flops, work in a 90-degree pool, and celebrate our employees with shout awards, gift cards, and social events. We offer paid training, flexible shifts ideal for students or those seeking extra hours, and opportunities for advancement for the right candidates.

Recruitment begins in July, with in-water training starting soon after at our Burlington location. The position is based in Stoney Creek, opening in September.

Additional Benefits:

• Leadership roles
• Flexible hours
• Competitive pay
• Valuable work experience
• Social opportunities
• Future references and referrals

Requirements:

• Ability to work with children
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Must pass background checks (included with training)

Job Title: Swim Instructor

Reports to: Deck Supervisor, Aquatics Manager, General Manager

Summary: Instruct students on water safety and swim techniques according to the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide swim instruction based on curriculum
• Enforce safety rules, prevent accidents, perform rescues, and administer first aid when needed
• Evaluate student progress and complete paperwork promptly
• Communicate with parents/guardians about student development
• Represent GSS positively to ensure parental satisfaction
• Use problem-solving and creative thinking to address student challenges
• Inspect pool areas for maintenance, cleanliness, or damage issues and report as needed
• Ensure proper storage of equipment and manage lane lines
• Report accidents/incidents and complete documentation
• Perform Deck Teacher and Lifeguard duties as required
• Assist with light cleaning tasks
• Attend mandatory workshops and training outside regular hours
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Commit to at least 2 shifts per week, minimum 8 hours total
• High school diploma or GED preferred; experience as lifeguard, coach, camp counselor, or childcare provider required; at least 2 years as a swimming instructor
• Certifications: National Lifeguard, CPR-C, and First Aid required
• Work environment involves heat, humidity, and moderate noise levels