Aquatics Manager

Charleston Swim School; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Opportunities for growth

Ongoing training and professional development

Job summary

Charleston Swim School is seeking an Aquatics Manager in Charleston, SC to lead and develop a team of swim teachers. This full-time, hybrid role includes responsibilities such as overseeing operations, ensuring high-quality lessons, and fostering a positive work culture.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience, strong swimming knowledge, and excellent communication skills. Join a supportive team dedicated to crafting confident swimmers while enjoying flexible work options and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of leadership or supervisory experience, preferably in a swim school or childcare.
• Strong swimming knowledge and teaching experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, and onboard new swim teachers.
• Provide ongoing training and coaching.
• Ensure high-quality lessons and customer satisfaction.
• Manage weekly teacher schedules.
• Lead regular staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Conflict Resolution

Team Motivation

Education

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

Aquatics Manager – Charleston Swim School

Position Type: Full‑Time; Hybrid Location: Charleston; Reports To: CEO

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

About Us

Charleston Swim School is dedicated to creating confident, capable swimmers in a supportive, safe, and fun environment. Our team believes in teaching with heart, empowering children, and delivering exceptional experiences to every family who walks through our doors.

Position Overview

The Assistant Teacher Manager is responsible for leading, developing, and supporting our team of swim teachers to ensure consistently high-quality lessons, strong customer satisfaction, and a positive, growth‑oriented work culture. This role combines leadership, coaching, scheduling oversight, and hands‑on operational support.

Key Responsibilities

Teacher Leadership & Development

• Recruit, hire, and onboard new swim teachers.
• Provide ongoing training, skill development, and in‑water coaching.
• Conduct regular observations and performance evaluations.
• Create advancement pathways, badges, or level‑ups to help teachers grow.
• Maintain a positive, encouraging team culture.

Scheduling & Operations

• Build and manage weekly teacher schedules to align with class needs.
• Ensure proper class coverage, ratios, and teacher certifications.
• Coordinate substitutes and last‑minute schedule adjustments.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to maintain smooth day‑to‑day operations.

Quality Control & Customer Experience

• Ensure all teachers deliver consistent, high‑quality lessons aligned with curriculum standards.
• Address parent feedback regarding teacher performance with professionalism and care.
• Support curriculum implementation and updates.
• Monitor safety protocols and ensure staff compliance.
• Stay on top of teacher certifications, including but not limited to Safe Sport, Lifeguard (if applicable), and CPR/First Aid.

Communication & Team Engagement

• Lead regular staff meetings, trainings, and seasonal workshops.
• Celebrate teacher achievements and milestones.
• Support a positive, inclusive environment where teachers feel valued and empowered.

Teach Swim Lessons

• Teach swim lessons and deliver the highest‑quality instruction.

Qualifications & Desired Experience

• 1–2 years of leadership or supervisory experience (swim school or childcare preferred).
• Strong swimming knowledge; teacher experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and build strong team relationships.
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable managing schedules and operations.
• CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain upon hiring).

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Opportunities for growth within the organization.
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative environment.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• Meaningful work that impacts children, families, and the community.
• Flexible work from home options available.