Swim Instructor

British Swim School of West Portland Suburbs; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Swim Instructors to join their team. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the community by teaching swim lessons to children and adults using engaging methods. With a strong focus on survival techniques, instructors will receive extensive training to build their confidence and skills. Embrace the opportunity to inspire future generations while enjoying a flexible schedule and competitive pay. Join a mission-driven organization committed to reducing drowning rates and ensuring everyone has the chance to become a safe swimmer.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Qualifications

• Must maintain certifications throughout employment.
• Experience with children is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with training standards.
• Reports directly to and supports the Aquatics Manager.

Skills

Enthusiastic personality

Customer service skills

Strong swimming skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

About Us:

A position at British Swim School 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 the “survival of the littlest”.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay starts at $18 - $20, based on experience and/or Life Guard Certification and with possible opportunities for bonuses
• Paid instructor and Lifeguard training
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible schedule with consistent hours; easy to schedule around school and/or work. Check locations and schedules below.
• Snacks provided at the work location
• Opportunities for internal advancement

The Position:

Are you looking for a “job” that brings you real fulfillment, satisfaction, and purpose? What if there was a job that lets you use all your natural talent, and unlock all of your true potential to inspire future generations?! Keep reading, as we have an opportunity for you!

A Swim Instructor at British Swim School teaches swim lessons to children and adults, starting at 3 months old using our fun, gentle, and progressive methods. You will receive extensive training to build your confidence and ability to work with a variety of swimmers and abilities. Having fun and interacting with our swimmers is an important part of the role! A strong focus is placed on providing survival swim techniques living out the British Swim School mission and making a big impact on decreasing drowning.

Your Typical Responsibilities:

• Reports directly to and supports the Aquatics Manager and/or Business Owner(s).
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training and program standards, maintaining certifications throughout employment.
• Minimum 9 hours of work per week that may include evenings on weekdays, weekends, and holidays as required by business needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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 is preferred but not required.
• Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certification(s) preferred (but can be obtained during training).
• Customer service skills are desirable.

Locations & Schedules: Expected to work from one or two of the following locations:

24 Hour Murry Scholls (11100 SW Murray Scholls Pl, Beaverton, OR 97007) location:
Monday, Wednesday & Thursdays: 3:15 PM - 8:15 PM
Sundays: 9:15 AM - 2:45 PM

24 Hour Tanasbourne (1265 NW Waterhouse Ave, Beaverton, OR 97006) location:
Thursdays & Fridays: 3:15 PM - 8:15 PM
Saturdays & Sundays: 9:15 AM - 2:45 PM

Aloft Hillsboro-Beaverton (1705 NE Amberglen Pkwy, Hillsboro, OR 97006) location:
Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 3:15 PM - 7:45 PM

24 Hours Hillsboro (6095 SE Tualatin Valley Hwy, Hillsboro, OR 97123) location:
Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays: 3:15 PM - 7:45 PM
Sundays: 9 AM - 2:15 PM

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”.