Yearround Entry Level Swim Instructor

Goldfish Swim School - Warwick; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in swim education is seeking a Swim Instructor to join their team. This role involves teaching students essential water safety and swimming techniques while ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children, excellent communication skills, and the ability to creatively solve problems. With a focus on safety and student development, you will play a crucial role in fostering a positive learning experience. If you are enthusiastic about swimming and eager to make a difference in young swimmers' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must pass background examinations included with training.
• Experience as a certified lifeguard or youth sports instructor required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students on water safety and swim techniques.
• Enforces safety rules and evaluates students’ progress.
• Inspects pool areas and maintains pool equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Creative Thinking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/AED Certification

First Aid Certification

Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Job Title: Swim Instructor

Reports to: Deck Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary:

Instructs students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provides swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.
2. Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents. Makes rescues and administers first aid when necessary.
3. Evaluates students’ progress, and completes required paperwork in a timely manner.
4. Interacts with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students’ swim skills.
5. Acts as a GSS “ambassador” to ensure parental satisfaction.
6. Uses problem solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter.
7. Inspects pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues. Reports issues to management as appropriate.
8. Maintains and ensures proper storage of all pool equipment. Places and removes lane lines.
9. Reports accidents and incidents to management. Completes required documentation and paperwork.
10. Performs Deck Teacher duties as needed.
11. Performs light cleaning duties such as window washing, deck mopping, trash removal etc. on occasion.
12. Attend required/mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours.
13. Fulfills other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Employer.

Requirements:

• Ability to work with children
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Must pass background examinations (included with training)

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or GED is preferred. Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider required after hired. No experience as a swimming instructor required. Paid Training.

Certificates and Licenses:

Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification required. Shallow water attendant highly recommended.

Work Environment:

While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat and humidity. Noise level is usually moderate.