Aquatics Manager in Training — Lead Deck & Safety

Goldfish Swim School; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldfish Swim School is seeking a Manager - Aquatics Trainee to join our Manager Development Program. You will work closely with the AGM-Aquatics and General Manager to build leadership and operational skills, overseeing deck operations, supporting instructor development, and upholding swimmer safety and progress.

This hands-on role is ideal for instructors or aquatics professionals ready to advance. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• 0–1 years of experience in aquatics or youth programming.
• Natural coach who gives feedback early, often and constructively.
• Comfortable with digital tools and quick to learn new systems.
• Safety-first mindset with ability to lead a team calmly under pressure.
• Must obtain Lifeguard Certification through Goldfish Swim School, if not already.
• Must be available for evening and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Keep lessons running on time, on brand, and at the highest level of quality every shift.
• Observe instructors during lessons and deliver specific, constructive coaching feedback that supports skill development and accurate swim evaluations.
• Assist with monitoring attendance and performance data, flagging patterns or concerns to the AGM – Aquatics for proactive adjustments.
• Help communicate pre-shift expectations to Instructors, Lifeguards, and Deck Supervisors as directed by the AGM or GM.
• Guide every new hire from their first day through completed training, so they feel supported and set up for success from the start.
• Learn and actively reinforce the school's safety culture on deck — understanding the procedures, mindset, and standards expected of every team member, as guided by the AGM – Aquatics.
• Become familiar with the Emergency Action Plan and support EAP training efforts so all staff can execute safety procedures confidently — working toward the ability to lead these trainings independently.
• Serve as Manager on Duty during assigned shifts under the direction of the AGM – Aquatics or GM, supporting pool deck, front desk, and facilities operations and ensuring every area is running at the Goldfish standard.

Skills

Coaching feedback

Digital tools

Safety mindset

Evening shifts

Education

Lifegua rd Certification

Job description

Goldfish Swim School is seeking a Manager - Aquatics Trainee to join our Manager Development Program. You will work closely with the AGM-Aquatics and General Manager to build leadership and operational skills, overseeing deck operations, supporting instructor development, and upholding swimmer safety and progress.

This hands-on role is ideal for instructors or aquatics professionals ready to advance. Evening and weekend availability is required.