BC Seasonal Swim Instructor

Jonathan Club; Santa Monica, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

Staff parking

Job summary

Jonathan Club is seeking Swim Instructors to support its JC Aquatics program in Santa Monica. Located a mile from the pier, you will work with a range of swimmers from beginner to advanced in an indoor facility with ocean views during breaks.

The role offers flexible hours, with a 3-month program block and duties that include private lessons, group sessions, and summer programs. Ideal candidates hold a Red Cross Lifeguard certification, have 3+ years in competitive swim or related kids'

Qualifications

• Current Red Cross Lifeguard certification is required.
• 3 years of competitive swim team experience, aquatic related sports or experience working with kids is preferred.
• Must be a self-starter who is capable of working alone and with a team.
• Availability to work weekends and after-school shifts.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and teach swimmers in after-school weekday and weekend sessions.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed and respond calmly to emergencies.
• Assist with program activities such as private lessons, group classes, and events.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

Swim instruction

Child supervision

Emergency response

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Category: Beach Club - Athletics and Wellness

Requisition Number: BCSWI001071

• Posted : August 3, 2026
• Part-Time

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Description

Located a mile away from the Santa Monica Pier, JC Aquatics is a highly creative team that works with a range of swimmers from beginner to advanced. At our indoor facility you have the opportunity to contribute your skills to a continuously growing Aquatics program. We welcome your ideas and would love to add your skill set to our program and our team!We offer private lessons and group programs such as Junior Guards preparation, Pre Team, Intro to Water Polo, Fundamentals, and a Master’s group class. As well as summer open water events.

A highlight of working here is that meals are provided and you can see the ocean from our break room. You also have the opportunity to step outside and take your breaks in the sand. Swiminstructors must commit to working at minimum one consistent after school weekday shift and one consistent weekend shifts. Our program is scheduled in a 3 month block, so coaches must be able to offer and commit to their schedules in advance. Flexible but consistent, hours are great for working around school schedules or another job.

3 years of competitive swim team experience, aquatic related sports or experience working with kids is preferred.

Current Red Cross Lifeguard certification is required.

Requirements

• Must be a self-starter who is capable of working alone and with a team
• Must be confident with multiple children who are at different swim levels in the same group
• Must attend in-service trainings as part of team
• Must be ok getting in and out of the water multiple times
• Must be able to respond to an emergency in a calm, effective manner
• Capable of lifting 30+ pounds overhead
• Willing to assist other team members when needed
• Light office work and cleaning when not on deck
• Willing to lifeguard if needed
• Current Lifeguard certification required
• Availability to work weekends

Other things we look at:

• Growth mindset, lifelong learners
• Caring, compassionate, empathetic, energetic individuals
• Strong problem solving/critical thinking skills
• Additional experience such as water polo, synchronized swimming, kids theater is welcome
• Experience and enjoyment working with kids
• Flexible, stable hours- great to work around school schedule or another job
• Employee parking available

Pay Rate:$20/hour - S25.00/hour

At Jonathan Club, our values of Family, Community, Wellness, Respect, and Passion are at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to enrich the lives of our members by providing an extraordinary experience at both the Town and Beach clubhouses.

Embracing diversity of interests, friendships, and community outreach, we are committed to creating a welcoming environment that fosters lifelong connections.

Jonathan Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/Veteran. Jonathan Club will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for hiring

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