Swim Instructor

British Swim School of Northwest Detroit; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-known swim education provider in Lancaster seeks instructors who are enthusiastic and enjoy working with children. The position involves teaching swimming lessons following company standards, providing a fun and secure environment, and adhering to safety procedures. Applicants must demonstrate swim instructor skills and complete required training. This role offers a competitive hourly wage of $17.25, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for professional growth while making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Safe and happy work environment

Flexible work schedules

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate swim instructor skills according to British Swim School standards.
• Must complete all Aquatics specific training and pass exams.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups and clear background check.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons according to British Swim School training.
• Conduct classes in a fun and safe environment.
• Enforce safety procedures and British Swim School policies.
• Work a flexible schedule including holidays and weekends.
• Stand in the water for up to 5 consecutive hours.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication

Enthusiastic personality

Ability to demonstrate swim strokes

Job description

Are you the type of person who wants to work in a fun and entertaining work environment? Do you have a passion for working with children and a love of water? If so, this job is for you! Working at British Swim School is so much more than just employment, it’s an opportunity to teach children and adults skills that may save their life. How amazing is that?! As part of the BSS Team, you are instrumental in working towards our mission, “To ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to be a safe and happy swimmer.” 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.

Although we teach swimming to all ages and abilities, the majority of our students are preschool and elementary-aged children. Our instructors need to enjoy working with this young age group while also putting parents at ease. Experience in working with children or in a child-oriented business is preferred, although not necessary if you can demonstrate the desired attitude. The position includes 40 hours of specialist training in our highly developed British Swim School methodology.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Enthusiastic, assertive personality with strong relationship and customer service skills.
• Effectively communicate with customers and employees, bi-lingual is a plus.
• Disciplined to follow schedules and enforce safety procedures as well as follow policies, teaching methods and procedures of British Swim School.
• Able to demonstrate swim strokes appropriately.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training and standards.
• Conduct classes in a fun and gentle environment, following current teaching methods, policies and safety and emergency procedures as detailed in the British Swim School teacher training manual and as directed by the Aquatics Director.
• Follows all British Swim School policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include holidays and weekends as required by business needs and as requested by management.
• Work in an environment where noise levels are usually moderate to high and stand in the water for up to 5 consecutive hours.

Qualifications

• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with British Swim School standards.
• Must complete all required British Swim School Aquatics specific training and successfully complete the final in water and written exams.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community and successful clearance of background check.

Compensation: $17.25 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.

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

Safe & happy work environment

Where else might you get to sing at work?

Flexible work schedules and hours

Making this a great role for students, parents, and anyone with a busy lifestyle!

A rewarding job with competitive pay

All while making a true difference in your community!

Opportunities for professional growth and development

We believe in investing in our team member's skills and knowledge, providing a pathway for career advancement and personal success.