Part Time Swim Instructor

British Swim School of Northwest Detroit; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 25,485 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Opportunities for advancement

Birthday off

Structured training

Free uniforms

Job summary

A community-focused swim school in Covington, Virginia, is seeking a Swim Instructor devoted to teaching swim lessons and promoting water safety. This role involves maintaining a positive atmosphere while instructing students of all ages, preferably with a high school diploma or equivalent. Ideal candidates will have a love for teaching children, a supportive nature, and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends. Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement are available.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a positive attitude and enjoy working with children.
• Comfortable in water; swimming skills can be developed.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School standards.
• Support the Aquatics Manager directly.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Positive attitude

Ability to work with children

Reliable transportation

Swimming knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

A position at British Swim School of South Renton - Covington is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact in the lives of our community to ensure “survival of the littlest”.

Your shift will be filled with kids splashing, having fun, and plenty of smiles & laughter. Best of all, your teaching will make a real difference in children's lives. This is a position where you can enjoy an inclusive company culture connected to your purpose and values. Swim lessons save lives, and British Swim School is on a mission to make the water a safer place, while having as much fun as possible. You can be a part of that!

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and with possible opportunities for bonuses
• Paid training
• Opportunities for internal advancement
• Birthday off and paid
• Structured, paid training
• Fixed reliable hours - Shifts are 3-5 hours
• Free uniforms

The Position

As a swim instructor at British Swim School, you will teach students of all ages in accordance with the British Swim School aquatics program.

We are a team of fun-loving people that are serious about saving lives and having fun while doing it! If you are not an expert swim instructor, that’s ok! No experience necessary! We can train anyone on how to teach the way we teach.

Here is what we do need from you:

• You need to know how to swim. Ideally, you have an understanding of all four strokes and an overall appreciation for the water.
• You've got to love working with children and seeing them progress.
• You need to have a positive attitude and be ready to enjoy having fun at work. Having fun is mandatory!
• This is a year-round position, and we are looking for longer-term employees. This is not a summer job.
• Be able to work weekend mornings (Saturday) from 8:30am-1:30pm.
• Be able to start weekdays at 3:30pm.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Provide references. Reference check prior to employment is required.

Being a swim instructor, you will be provided the training to teach swim lessons to children and adults, starting at 3-months old, following the British Swim School aquatics program that is gentle, fun, and progressive. You will be assigned to a class schedule developed by managers and interact with swimmers, and parents and/or guardians.

Your Typical Responsibilities

• Reports directly to and supports the Aquatics Manager.
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training and program standards, maintaining certifications throughout employment.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by business needs.
• Work in an environment where noise levels are usually moderate to high and be in the water for the duration of the shift.

Minimum Qualificationsh3>

• High school diploma or equivalent, or in the process of completion.
• Enthusiastic personality.
• Comfortable in and around the water. Strong swimming skills are a plus but can be taught and developed!
• Must maintain certifications throughout the length of employment.
• Must complete all required British Swim School Aquatics training and testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children.
• Swimming experience: 1-2 years preferred but not required.
• Customer service skills: 1 year preferred
• Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certification(s) preferred (but can be obtained during training)

About Us

Here at British Swim School, we are more than just a fun, surface-level swim lesson provider. We strive to make a substantial impact within our communities to combat the tragically high child drowning statistics. We invest in quality team members to teach our lessons with the mindset that we are two schools in one, a survival school first and a learn-to-swim school second. As a result, we can support our mission “to ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer”.

Compensation: $18.50 - $23.00 per hour

Working at British Swim School is more than just a job; it’s a chance to create a lasting impact that could change a child's life.

As part of the British Swim School Team, you play a role in your local community, empowering others and sharing your passion. It’s a chance to be part of a fun-loving team of dedicated people who are committed to promoting water safety and a lifelong love of the water.

While we teach swimming to people of all ages and abilities, most of our students are preschool and elementary-aged kids. Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable. It's helpful if you have experience with children or in a child-focused job, but it's not required if you can show the right attitude. The job comes with specialized training in our advanced and unique British Swim School approach.

We also have exciting opportunities with our Customer Service Team, even if you're not in the pool. These are the people committed to providing the best service in the industry. In these roles, you might talk to parents on the phone or by the pool. Wherever you are, the aim is to make everyone feel like part of the British Swim School Family as we focus on ensuring the “Survival of the Littlest.”

Each franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee (franchise owner). Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to British Swim School Corporate.

Our mission is “To ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer.”