Deck Manager Swim Instructor

Bulldog Swim Academy; Orange (CT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,863; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Free swim access

Staff development opportunities

Job summary

A dynamic swim academy in Connecticut is seeking a passionate Deck Manager to oversee swim operations, lead staff, and maintain a safe environment. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills, CPR/AED certification, and a friendly disposition. This part-time role offers flexible hours, with evening and weekend shifts expected. Join our team and make a positive impact in water safety while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification required.
• Lifeguard certification and instructor experience preferred.
• Availability for evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all deck operations during swim lessons and events.
• Lead instructors and lifeguards to ensure safety.
• Act as main contact for parents and swimmers.

Skills

Strong leadership and communication skills

Friendly, energetic, and solution-oriented attitude

Background in aquatics, coaching, or facility supervision

Education

CPR/AED and First Aid certification

Lifeguard certification

Job description

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• Health insurance

Deck Manager – Lead With Confidence, Energy & Heart

Are you passionate about aquatics, leadership, and making a splash in your community? Bulldog Swim Academy is looking for a dynamic Deck Manager to join our team and help us create a safe, structured, and energetic swim environment for all ages!

Position: Deck Manager

Schedule: Part-time/Full-time (flexible hours, includes evenings and weekends)

What You'll Do

• Supervise all deck operations during swim lessons, practices, and events.
• Lead and support instructors and lifeguards to ensure smooth transitions and safety protocols.
• Act as the main point of contact for parents, swimmers, and staff during shift hours.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional pool deck.
• Assist with scheduling, program flow, and daily staff briefings.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Background in aquatics, coaching, or facility supervision preferred.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Lifeguard certification and instructor experience a big plus.
• Friendly, energetic, and solution-oriented attitude.
• Fun, team-focused work environment.
• Opportunity for growth in aquatics education and management.
• Free swim access and staff development opportunities.
• Be part of a mission-driven team making a real impact in water safety and swimming skills.

Bonus: You get to work alongside Gilroy the Goggle Pup, our swim academy mascot!

Ready to dive in?

Send your resume and a brief note about why you're a great fit to join our team!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.50 per hour

• Health insurance

Schedule

• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Bulldog Swim Academy is a warm, welcoming, and high-energy swim school focused on teaching water safety, confidence, and movement literacy to children and adults. We believe learning to swim should be joyful—not stressful—and that great instruction starts with great people.

We don’t train competitive swimmers. We develop safe, confident, happy humans in the water.

What Makes Us Different

• We teach through trust, not pressure. Our instructors are friendly, supportive, and trained to meet every swimmer where they’re at—whether they’re 6 months old or 60.
• We focus on consistency and progress. From structured curriculum to visible skill tracking and badges, students (and parents) can see improvement week to week.
• We care about people. Our staff are more than employees—they’re role models, mentors, and trusted guides for every family that walks through our doors.
• Water Babies (6 months–3 years): Parent-child classes focused on acclimation and joyful connection.
• Youth (4–12 years): Independent, skill-based instruction with safety, stamina, and technique progression.
• Discover Swimming (13+): Adult lessons designed for nervous beginners or those new to the water.

We’re always looking for kind, energetic, and organized people who want to make a real impact. Whether you're on deck, in the water, or supporting operations behind the scenes, you’ll help families feel welcome, supported, and safe.

We offer

• A supportive and fun team environment
• Ongoing training and opportunities for growth
• A chance to be part of a mission that matters

You get to work alongside Gilroy the Goggle Pup, our official mascot and spirit animal of confidence in the water!

Application Requirements

• Do you hold a current CPR/AED, First Aid and Lifeguard or instructor certification?
• Are you available for evenings and weekends on a regular basis?
• Do you have reliable transportation to Orange or New Haven, CT?

Referral

I was referred to this position by a current employee