Aquatics Leader

Schafer Sports Center; Ewing (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in aquatics is seeking an Aquatics Leader to inspire and lead a team dedicated to teaching swimming. This role focuses on creating a fun and professional environment for children while ensuring their safety and progress in swim skills. Collaborating closely with the Executive Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the culture of the school and enhancing student retention and recruitment. If you have a passion for working with children and possess strong leadership and customer service skills, this opportunity offers a rewarding experience in a supportive setting with ample room for growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Employee Discounts

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Training & Development

Free Uniforms

Opportunity for Advancement

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older with a passion for working with children.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Aquatics Program ensuring a fantastic experience for parents and swimmers.
• Communicate daily with parents about student progress and safety.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Education

College/Tech/Associate Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Computers

Job description

Do you enjoy making a difference in a child’s life? Do you have a passion for being in and around the water teaching the lifelong skill of Swimming? If so, we would like to meet you to discuss the opportunities available at Schafer Sports Center.

As the Aquatics Leader, you will lead the staff in creating a fun and professional environment, ensuring all students are progressing each class with their swim skills! You will work closely with the Executive Director and the swim instructors to help shape our school’s culture and core values. You will help to retain current students and recruit new families.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement

Key Responsibilities:

As the Aquatics Leader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Aquatics Program. The Aquatics Leader is responsible for ensuring that all parents and swimmers have a fantastic experience at Schafer Sports Center. You will need to communicate with parents daily regarding student progress. You will be responsible for the safety of the entire pool staff, the patrons, and swimmers within the aquatics department.

Requirements:

• Have a passion for working with children.
• Ability to multi-task, establish priorities, and work independently.
• Strong customer service and leadership skills.
• Be fully available on the days you work with a flexible evening and weekend schedule.

Minimum Qualifications:

• College/Tech/Associate degree OR High school diploma and 1 year of aquatics experience.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient in the use of computers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of customer service and/or management experience.
• Experience in swimming and fitness teaching/management is preferred. A specialist Aquatics qualification is desirable, but not required as we provide training.
• Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid Certifications are a bonus, but training will be provided if not.