Indoor Swim Instructor (Year-Round)

Evolution Swim Academy; California (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed weekly hours

Quarterly raises

Curriculum training

Incentive program

Team bonding events

Promotion opportunities

Job summary

Evolution Swim Academy is hiring Swim Instructors to join our team in Orange County. We provide training on our learn-to-swim curriculum, ensuring consistent weekly hours and quarterly raises. This is a part-time role with opportunities for promotion and ongoing development.

Two local locations—Mission Viejo and Rancho Mission Viejo—offer flexible shifts Mon-Fri and weekends. Starting pay is $17.50/hour with quarterly pay raises and a pathway to certifications.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or related setting preferred.
• Ability to read safety rules and class schedules.
• Willingness to complete instructor training and certification.

Responsibilities

• Complete new instructor training and attend quarterly trainings.
• Enforce safety guidelines to protect students and staff.
• Maintain active supervision of swimmers at all times.
• Build swimmer confidence by celebrating progress and encouraging effort.
• Adapt instruction to meet individual learner needs.
• Deliver excellent customer service and engage with families.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Evolution Swim Academy is currently hiring year-round Swim Instructors to join our amazing team!

Why Evolution Swim?

• Guaranteed and consistent weekly hours
• Guaranteed quarterly raises
• We train all swim instructors on our learn-to-swim curriculum and take pride in strongly preparing our instructors to teach successfully
• Unique incentive program where you can redeem points for local experiences and gift cards to over 150 retailers
• Frequent team bonding events
• Quarterly trainings where you can continue to develop your skillset
• Ample opportunities for promotion and pay increases within the company
• Work locations in two beautiful south Orange County cities - Mission Viejo (indoor), Rancho Mission Viejo, (indoor/outdoor)

We are currently hiring for our location in Rancho Mission Viejo - 28206 Airoso Street, Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 92694 and Mission Viejo - 23854 Via Fabricante Unit G4, Mission Viejo, CA 92691.

Our Available Work Shifts:

Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:00pm and 2:45pm-7:00pm

Saturday-Sunday 9:00am-1:30pm

Candidates must be available to train starting Monday, February 2 - Friday, February 13, 2026

Evolution Swim Academy is the premier learn-to-swim school is Orange County. Creating safer and more confident swimmers is our ultimate goal. Our curriculum is crafted to seamlessly teach our students how to survive and thrive in the water. We offer comprehensive and fun swim classes for children of all ages.

Our certified instructors employ creative and engaging teaching methods that allow children to learn proper swim technique while playing games and making lots of new friends! All of our Swim Instructors attend a comprehensive, two-week training course to learn about our culture, core values and programs. This training also includes a hands-on approach to learning our in-house curriculum developed by Evolution Swim Academy founder and two-time Olympian, Felipe Delgado. Our Instructors will learn how to teach our six Safety Levels and four Stoke Technique Levels. We offer additional training for Instructors who want to teach Parent & Me Lessons.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete all required new instructor training and participate in quarterly instructor trainings, demonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching
• Enforce safety guidelines and protocol to ensure the safety of our students and team members
• Maintain constant, active supervision of swimmers to ensure safety at all times
• Build swimmer confidence by celebrating progress, encouraging effort, and fostering independence
• Adapt instruction to meet individual swimmer needs and learning styles
• Bring value to our clients through impeccable customer service and positive attitude
• Communicate clearly and professionally with parents and caregivers regarding swimmer progress and goals
• Treat every swimmer, family and colleague with care, respect, and professionalism
• Represent Evolution Swim positively within the community and support water safety education initiatives
• Create fun, engaging lessons that make swimming a positive and memorable experience
• Celebrate milestones, achievements, and progress with swimmers and families

Individuals must complete the Evolution Swim Academy Basic Instructor Training that covers Company History, Core Values, Program Overview and Curriculum for Starfish 1 through Swim Stars 4 Levels. Upon completion of training, individuals will receive the Evolution Swim Academy Swim Instructor Certification.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Individuals should have experience working with children in the aquatic environment or in another setting with similar experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, class schedules and swim lesson curriculum. Ability to occasionally write routine correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before small groups of children and communicate briefly with their parents/guardians.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear in a moderately loud environment. The employee is required to stand for up to 5 hours; walk; use hands to handle, lift and push children up to 50 pounds. The employee is often required to stoop, kneel or crouch.

Job Type

Part-time
Pay Rate: Starting at $17.50/hour, Swim Instructor Receive Quarterly Pay Raises