Kids' Swim Instructor - Safe, Energetic, Progress-Driven

Goldfish Swim School; Lakeville (MN); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Goldfish Swim School in Lakeville, MN is seeking a patient, energetic Swim Instructor to bring our curriculum to life in the water. You will teach kids foundational water safety and swim skills while building genuine connections with families and owning each child's progress.

This part-time, non-exempt role requires evening and weekend availability, and a willingness to obtain Lifeguard certification; swimming experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Willing to obtain Lifeguard certification.
• Experience as lifeguard, youth coach, camp counselor, or childcare provider.
• Comfortable in water; swimming experience preferred.
• Strong communicator with kids and parents.
• Detail-oriented and able to track multiple students' progress.
• Available for evening and weekend shifts.
• Regularly exposed to heat, humidity, and chlorine.

Responsibilities

• Deliver swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum with consistency, energy, and a focus on student growth.
• Enforce safety rules and regulations on the pool deck daily to prevent accidents and maintain a secure environment.
• Accurately evaluate student progress and complete skill evaluations on time.
• Connect with parents and guardians after lessons to share student updates, celebrate wins, and address concerns with care.
• Use creative problem-solving to help students work through challenges and keep progressing.
• Maintain and properly store all pool equipment, including placing and removing lane lines.
• Assist with light cleaning duties such as deck mopping, window washing, and trash removal as needed.

Job description

Goldfish Swim School in Lakeville, MN is seeking a patient, energetic Swim Instructor to bring our curriculum to life in the water. You will teach kids foundational water safety and swim skills while building genuine connections with families and owning each child's progress.

This part-time, non-exempt role requires evening and weekend availability, and a willingness to obtain Lifeguard certification; swimming experience is preferred.