Swim Instructor

British Swim School of Mississauga; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local swim instruction franchise is seeking instructors to provide safe, engaging swimming lessons for children. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and motivate. The position offers flexible hours and competitive pay in a supportive environment focused on water safety and community engagement.

Benefits

Safe & happy work environment

Flexible work schedules

Opportunities for professional growth

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Experience in public facility management.
• Must pass a background check.
• Experience with children or in a child-focused job is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent, safe instruction using recognized skills.
• Plan and organize class time for maximum practice.
• Teach with encouragement and positive reinforcement.

Skills

Ability to instruct swimming lessons

Excellent interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Self-motivated

Ability to lead and motivate staff

Job description

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide competent, safe instruction using recognized lead-up skills as established by British Swim School
• Plan and effectively organize a class time for maximum practice
• This is accomplished through weekly lesson plans
• Teach with encouragement and positive reinforcement
• Provide consistency in instruction by working each assigned period

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Facilitate the certification process with the swim lesson supervisors
• Promote good public relations by talking with parents before and after class, not during
• Dress appropriately for all classes
• Turn in required paperwork

Education and Experience

• Leadership Role
• Ability to instruct swimming lessons
• Knowledge of swimming strokes and teaching levels
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Experience in public facility management
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work without supervision
• Ability to lead and motivate staff
• Must pass a background check

Compensation: $16.00 per hour

Working at British Swim School is more than just a job; it’s a chance to create a lasting impact that could change a child’s life.

As part of the British Swim School Team, you play a role in your local community, empowering others and sharing your passion. It’s a chance to be part of a fun-loving team of dedicated people who are committed to promoting water safety and a lifelong love of the water.

While we teach swimming to people of all ages and abilities, most of our students are preschool and elementary-aged kids. Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable. It’s helpful if you have experience with children or in a child-focused job, but it’s not required if you can show the right attitude. The job comes with specialized training in our advanced and unique British Swim School approach.

We also have exciting opportunities with our Customer Service Team, even if you’re not in the pool. These are the people committed to providing the best service in the industry. In these roles, you might talk to parents on the phone or by the pool. Wherever you are, the aim is to make everyone feel like part of the British Swim School Family as we focus on ensuring the “Survival of the Littlest.”

Note: This is an employer-specific posting. Your application will go directly to the respective franchisee, and all hiring decisions are made by the franchisee management.

Our mission is “To ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer.”

Additional information

• Safe & happy work environment
• Flexible work schedules and hours
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive pay