Swim Instructor

British Swim School of Greater Anaheim; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership

Paid training

Free uniforms

Opportunities for internal advancement

Job summary

The British Swim School of Greater Anaheim is looking for a passionate Swim Instructor to teach swim lessons and promote water safety. In this role, you'll engage with children and create a positive learning environment through fun and joy. Responsibilities include instructing lessons according to program standards, monitoring student progress, and working flexible hours that may include evenings and weekends.

Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and have an enthusiastic personality. Bilingual skills and swimming experience are preferred but not mandatory. Join us to make a positive impact in the lives of our community!

Qualifications

• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish) but not required.
• Comfortable in and around the water.
• Must maintain certifications throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons ensuring safety and engagement.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback.
• Work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Enthusiastic personality

Strong swimming skills

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

Gym membership

Paid training

Free uniforms

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

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience

Paid training

Opportunities for internal advancement

The Position

At British Swim School of Greater Anaheim, we teach fun swim lessons, but that’s not all! We shoot through the water like torpedoes toward our swimmers’ goals! We are a team of fun-loving people that are serious about saving lives and having fun while doing it! Join our vibrant team at British Swim School, where we make a splash not only in swimming skills but also in fun! We are seeking an enthusiastic Swim Instructor who is passionate about water safety, loves working with children, and believes that learning should be joyous and engaging. Our unique teaching approach incorporates fun and singing into our swim lessons, creating an unforgettable experience for both students and instructors.

Example Videos

See a video of our Tadpole class here: Tadpole: Water Acclimation (youtube.com) And our Turtle1 program here: Turtle 1: Advanced Water Survival (youtube.com)

Working at British Swim School of Greater Anaheim you will notice that...

We look for bright, energetic people, willing to roll up their sleeves, take on new assignments, and juggle many things at once while happily asking, “is that all you’ve got?”

In return for your efforts, you’ll have an opportunity to work for a fast-growing, creative, and culture-driven company with a prudent opportunity for growth. You’ll also get to help promote a life-changing learning experience and growing team every day.

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 manager(s) and interact with swimmers, and parents and/or guardians.

Typical Responsibilities

• Reports directly to and supports the Aquatics Manager/Lead and/or Business Owner(s).
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training and program standards, ensuring a safe, engaging, and educational environment for swimmers of all ages and abilities and maintaining certifications throughout employment.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include evenings (3pm-7pm), weekends (8am-1pm), 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.
• Infuse each lesson with energy, excitement, and entertainment, incorporating songs and games to enhance the learning experience.
• Monitor student progress, providing encouragement and constructive feedback to foster their development and confidence in the water.
• Maintain a positive and supportive atmosphere that promotes student engagement and retention.
• Collaborate with the rest of the team to continuously improve the teaching methods and overall customer experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bilingual Preferred NOT a requirement (Eng/Spanish)
• High school diploma, 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-specific training and testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children.
• Swimming experience: 1-2 years preferred but not required.
• Customer service skills: 1 year preferred

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”.

Franchise Information

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.