Part-Time Swim Instructor: Nurture Skills, Safety & Progress

Goldfish Swim School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Goldfish Swim School 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, build genuine connections with students and families, and take ownership of each child’s progress.

If you love working with kids, communicate with parents, and bring energy to every shift, this role is built for you. You will also help maintain a safe, clean pool deck and assist with light cleaning duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Lifeguard certification eagerly sought and a drive to grow.
• Experience as lifeguard, youth coach, camp counselor, or childcare provider is preferred.
• Comfortable and confident in the water; swimming experience is strongly preferred.
• Natural communicator who connects easily with kids and reassures parents.
• Detail-oriented with ability to track multiple students’ progress.
• Availability for evening and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum with consistency, energy, and a focus on student growth.
• Enforce safety rules 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 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.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

Childcare experience

Strong communication with parents

Water safety knowledge

Reliable energy

Job description

Goldfish Swim School 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, build genuine connections with students and families, and take ownership of each child’s progress.

If you love working with kids, communicate with parents, and bring energy to every shift, this role is built for you. You will also help maintain a safe, clean pool deck and assist with light cleaning duties as needed.