Kids' Swim Coach & Lifeguard (Part-Time, Flexible)

Goldfish Swim School - Burlington; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lifesaving Training

Paid on-the-job training

Flexible scheduling

Opportunity for professional growth

Job summary

Goldfish Swim School - Burlington is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor/Lifeguard to join our team. You will work with children to learn water safety using our curriculum, with paid training and opportunities for growth.

No swimming experience required for the ideal candidate; must be at least 16. You'll be part of a team, receive lifesaving training, and there are flexible hours and potential for more shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old to apply.
• Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider preferred but not required.
• Swimming experience is preferred.
• Clear background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.
• Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents.
• Evaluates students’ progress, and completes required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Interacts with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students’ swim skills.
• Acts as a GSS “ambassador” to ensure parental satisfaction.
• Uses problem solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter.
• Inspects pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues. Reports issues to management as appropriate.
• Participates in set up and clean up of the pool area before and after shifts by: maintaining proper storage of pool equipment, placing and removing lane lines, clearing out skimmer baskets, and participating in pre and post shift.
• Reports accidents and incidents to management. Completes required documentation and paperwork.
• Performs light cleaning duties such as window washing, deck mopping, trash removal etc. on occasion.
• Attends required/mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours.
• Other duties and responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Willing to learn

Strong communicator

Child and safety focused

Reliable

Job description

Goldfish Swim School - Burlington is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor/Lifeguard to join our team. You will work with children to learn water safety using our curriculum, with paid training and opportunities for growth.

No swimming experience required for the ideal candidate; must be at least 16. You'll be part of a team, receive lifesaving training, and there are flexible hours and potential for more shifts.