Lead Instructor

Safesplash; Lake Ronkonkoma (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Daily Pay available

Flexible Hours

Free Swim Lessons for immediate family

Health Benefits (30+ hours per week)

Paid time off (30+ hours per week)

Wealth Benefits (30+ hours per week)

Job summary

SafeSplash in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY is seeking a Lead Swim Instructor to support training and development of instructors while delivering high-quality lessons.

You will partner with the Senior Swim Instructor to onboard new staff, reinforce curriculum standards, and provide hands-on guidance during class times. This role requires prior swim instruction experience, safety knowledge, and the ability to work around water and children; scheduling includes weekdays, weeknights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as Swim Instructor with demonstrated proficiency in SafeSplash curriculum (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of swim instruction techniques and safety standards.
• Ability to effectively demonstrate and teach skills to both students and instructors.
• Comfortable providing peer-to-peer guidance and feedback in a supportive manner.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification (or obtained within 30 days) training available.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in and around water and with children for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming skills in accordance with the SafeSplash curriculum in a fun, engaging, and safe manner.
• Provide continuous, positive, and constructive feedback to students and parents.
• Structure class time effectively to maximize learning and skill progression.
• Track and document student progress to ensure consistent development and proper class placement.
• Conduct "Splash n’ Tell" sessions as required.
• Partner with the Senior Swim Instructor to support onboarding and in-water training of new instructors.
• Demonstrate proper teaching techniques, curriculum standards, and safety expectations.
• Provide real-time guidance and support to new instructors during their initial teaching shifts.
• Reinforce SafeSplash curriculum standards and consistency in lesson delivery.
• Share observations and feedback with the Senior Swim Instructor and management team to support instructor development.
• Ensure swimmer safety at all times by maintaining constant supervision and adhering to all safety protocols.
• Maintain structured, organized classes with efficient transitions.
• Report any safety concerns or incidents immediately to management.
• Maintain proper use and organization of equipment.
• Ensure timely class start and end times.
• Follow all SafeSplash policies, procedures, and uniform standards.
• Communicate effectively with team members to support a consistent student experience.

Skills

Swim instruction

Curriculum knowledge

Safety training

Peer feedback

CPR/AED/First Aid

Physical stamina

Education

CPR/AED and First Aid Certification

Tools

SafeSplash curriculum

Job description

Are you passionate about teaching and developing others while making a lasting impact on children’s lives? We are seeking a Lead Swim Instructor to support the training and development of swim instructors while continuing to deliver high-quality swim instruction.

This role works in partnership with the Senior Swim Instructor to help onboard and develop new team members, while primarily functioning as a Swim Instructor. The Lead Swim Instructor plays a key role in maintaining consistency in instruction and reinforcing curriculum standards through hands-on support. This position does not include administrative or leadership responsibilities.

Benefits

• Paid Training
• Daily Pay available
• Flexible Hours
• Free Swim Lessons for immediate family of employees
• Health Benefits (30+ hours per week)
• Paid time off (30+ hours per week)
• Wealth Benefits (30+ hours per week

Responsibilities

Instruction & Student Development

• Teach swimming skills in accordance with the SafeSplash curriculum in a fun, engaging, and safe manner
• Provide continuous, positive, and constructive feedback to students and parents
• Structure class time effectively to maximize learning and skill progression
• Track and document student progress to ensure consistent development and proper class placement
• Conduct "Splash n’ Tell" sessions as required

Training Support

• Partner with the Senior Swim Instructor to support onboarding and in-water training of new instructors
• Demonstrate proper teaching techniques, curriculum standards, and safety expectations
• Provide real-time guidance and support to new instructors during their initial teaching shifts
• Reinforce SafeSplash curriculum standards and consistency in lesson delivery
• Share observations and feedback with the Senior Swim Instructor and management team to support instructor development

Safety & Class Management

• Ensure swimmer safety at all times by maintaining constant supervision and adhering to all safety protocols
• Maintain structured, organized classes with efficient transitions
• Report any safety concerns or incidents immediately to management

Operational Excellence

• Maintain proper use and organization of equipment
• Ensure timely class start and end times
• Follow all SafeSplash policies, procedures, and uniform standards
• Communicate effectively with team members to support a consistent student experience

Job Type

• Part-time / Full-time
• Weekdays, weeknights, and weekends required
• Work Location: On-site

Requirements

• Prior experience as a Swim Instructor with demonstrated proficiency in SafeSplash curriculum (or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of swim instruction techniques and safety standards
• Ability to effectively demonstrate and teach skills to both students and instructors
• Comfortable providing peer-to-peer guidance and feedback in a supportive manner
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification (or obtained within 30 days) training available.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working in and around water and with children for extended periods