Swim Instructor

Goldfish Swim School - Broken Arrow, OK; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Training & development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Goldfish Swim School in Broken Arrow, OK, is seeking a Swim Instructor to provide swim instruction and ensure safety for students. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and relevant certifications. You will be a vital part of ensuring a positive and safe learning environment for children.

Responsibilities include instructing students based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum, evaluating swim progress, and maintaining pool safety. Benefits include employee discounts, free uniforms, and opportunities for training and development.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with children.
• Must pass background examinations.
• Two or more years as a swimming instructor.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students on water safety and swim techniques.
• Enforces safety rules and makes rescues if necessary.
• Evaluates student progress and completes paperwork.
• Interacts with parents about students' swim skills.
• Inspects pool areas before and after classes.
• Performs light cleaning duties as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Lifeguard certification

CPR/AED certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Job Title

Swim Instructor

Reports to

Deck Supervisor

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Summary

Instructs students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Training & development
• Leadership roles
• Flexible hours
• Great pay
• Valuable work experience
• Increased social opportunities
• Future references/referrals

Requirements

• Ability to work with children
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Must pass background examinations (included with training)

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.
2. Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents. Makes rescues and administers first aid when necessary.
3. Evaluates students’ progress, and completes required paperwork in a timely manner.
4. Interacts with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students’ swim skills.
5. Acts as a GSS “ambassador” to ensure parental satisfaction.
6. Uses problem solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter.
7. Inspects pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues. Reports issues to management as appropriate.
8. Maintains and ensures proper storage of all pool equipment. Places and removes lane lines.
9. Reports accidents and incidents to management. Completes required documentation and paperwork.
10. Performs Deck Teacher duties as needed.
11. Performs light cleaning duties such as window washing, deck mopping, trash removal etc. on occasion.
12. Attend required/mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours.
13. Fulfills other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Employer.

Education/Experience

High school diploma or GED is preferred. Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider required. Two or more years as a swimming instructor required. Swimming experience preferred.

Certificates and Licenses

Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification required. Shallow water attendant highly recommended.

Work Environment

While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat and humidity. Noise level is usually moderate.