Deck Supervisor: Lead Swim Lessons & Team Coach

Goldfish Swim School; United States; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Goldfish Swim School is seeking a Deck Supervisor to lead a deck of instructors and lifeguards, ensuring smooth lessons and a safe, golden experience for every family. You’ll own the shift from setup to wrap, coach staff with clear feedback, and maintain a welcoming environment for students and their guardians.

This part-time, on-site role requires active lifeguard, CPR, first aid, and AED certifications, with a focus on coaching and rapid decision-making in a fast-paced pool setting.

Qualifications

• Current Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid and AED certifications required.
• Background in youth sports coaching, camp leadership, or teaching is a plus.
• Natural coach who gives feedback early, often, and with intention.
• Calm under pressure and able to make quick decisions when it matters.

Responsibilities

• Own the shift from start to finish – prepare the deck, lead pre/post shift meetings, and keep lessons on time and on brand.
• Coach Swim Instructors, Deck Assistants, and Lifeguards through observation and targeted feedback.
• Interact with parents to discuss student progress and maintain member satisfaction.
• Complete daily Deck Supervisor logs and monitor student attendance on shifts.
• Coordinate cleanliness tasks and ensure pool environment meets standards.
• Arrange coverage for absent team members to keep shifts running smoothly.
• Step in as a substitute Swim Instructor or Lifeguard when needed.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective action through training.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

CPR

First Aid

AED certification

Coaching

Job description

Goldfish Swim School is seeking a Deck Supervisor to lead a deck of instructors and lifeguards, ensuring smooth lessons and a safe, golden experience for every family. You’ll own the shift from setup to wrap, coach staff with clear feedback, and maintain a welcoming environment for students and their guardians.

This part-time, on-site role requires active lifeguard, CPR, first aid, and AED certifications, with a focus on coaching and rapid decision-making in a fast-paced pool setting.