Deck Supervisor & Swim Lesson Coach

Goldfish Swim School; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Goldfish Swim School in Owings Mills, MD is seeking a Deck Supervisor to manage shift flow, lead the deck team, and ensure every lesson delivers a golden experience for families. This part-time, non-exempt role requires Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications, plus a coaching mindset and the ability to coach instructors and lifeguards, with availability evenings and weekends.

You’ll coordinate pre/post shift meetings, track attendance, and provide timely feedback to improve performance

Qualifications

• Current Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid and AED certifications required and must remain active.
• Experience in youth coaching or teaching is a plus.
• Natural coach who gives feedback early, often, and with intention.

Responsibilities

• Own the shift from start to finish - prepare the deck, lead pre-shift and post-shift meetings, and keep lessons running on time and on brand.
• Coach Swim Instructors, Deck Assistants, and Lifeguards through direct observation and honest, specific feedback that drives real improvement.
• Interact with parents and guardians at the end of every lesson to discuss student progress and act as a GSS ambassador who ensures member satisfaction.
• Complete daily Deck Supervisor logs and monitor student attendance on assigned shifts.
• Conduct periodic evaluations of Swim Instructors and provide actionable feedback.
• Coordinate facility cleanliness tasks and ensure the pool environment meets our standards throughout the shift.
• Help 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 help implement corrective action through training.

Skills

Lifeguard

CPR

First Aid

AED

Coaching

Communication

Calm under pressure

Team leadership

Job description

Goldfish Swim School in Owings Mills, MD is seeking a Deck Supervisor to manage shift flow, lead the deck team, and ensure every lesson delivers a golden experience for families. This part-time, non-exempt role requires Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications, plus a coaching mindset and the ability to coach instructors and lifeguards, with availability evenings and weekends.

You’ll coordinate pre/post shift meetings, track attendance, and provide timely feedback to improve performance