Aquatics Swim Instructor

Life Time, Inc.; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Aquatics Swim Instructor, where you'll play a vital role in enhancing swimming skills for both adults and children. In this engaging position, you'll instruct swimming lessons, evaluate abilities, and ensure a safe and clean environment at our Aquatics Facilities. With opportunities for professional development and a commitment to inclusivity, this role offers a rewarding experience in a fast-paced setting. Embrace the chance to make a difference in the lives of our community members while enjoying the perks of a supportive workplace.

Benefits

Fully subsidized membership

Discounts on products and services

401(k) retirement plan

Paid sick leave

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Working towards a High School Diploma or GED.
• CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard Certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons and Aquatics events.
• Ensure the pool area is safe, clean, and organized.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Swimming ability

Ability to lift more than 20 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Position Summary

As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment, helping adults and children improve their swimming skills. You will teach life skills to our youngest members, evaluate their swimming ability to assign appropriate swim levels, and maintain the cleanliness and order of our Aquatics Facilities.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

1. Instruct swimming lessons and Aquatics events
2. Respond to member questions, comments, and concerns
3. Ensure the pool area is safe, clean, and organized
4. Promote and sell all Aquatics programs and services

Position Requirements

• Working towards a High School Diploma or GED
• CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard Certifications (within 60 days of hire)
• Complete and pass all Life Time courses upon hiring
• Ability to work in a stationary position and move around the club for extended periods
• Effective communication skills with guests regarding Life Time products and services
• Ability to swim 25 yards/meters continuously
• Ability to lift more than 20 lbs routinely

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in swim lesson instruction or coaching

Pay

This is an hourly position with wages starting at $16.00 and up to $19.00, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

All team members working for Life Time receive the following benefits:

• Fully subsidized membership
• Discounts on Life Time products and services
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary company match (for team members 21 and older)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Paid sick leave as required by law

Full-time Team Members are additionally eligible for:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans
• Parental leave and adoption assistance
• Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per year based on tenure and paid sick leave
• Deferred compensation plan, subject to income thresholds

Life Time is committed to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace that values the contributions of all individuals and is an equal opportunity employer, recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting based on merit and qualifications.