Swim Instructor

SafeSplash Ellicott City; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 22,041 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Pay

Flexible Schedules

Work/Life Balance

Job summary

A swimming school in Ellicott City is seeking Swim Instructors to teach swimming skills according to the SafeSplash® curriculum. Candidates must be CPR-certified and able to work between 3 to 30 hours per week at a pay rate of $16.00 to $19.00 per hour. Instructors will receive training in the SafeSplash® curriculum and are expected to provide positive feedback to students while maintaining class organization. 50% of one uniform's cost will be covered by the school, emphasizing professionalism in appearance.

Qualifications

• Current CPR-PR/AED, First Aid for adults, swimmers, and infants required.
• Experience teaching swimmers 6 months to 10 years preferred.
• Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming skills according to SafeSplash® curriculum.
• Provide positive corrective feedback to students.
• Maintain equipment and ensure timely class starts.

Skills

Teaching swimming skills

Providing corrective feedback

Class organization

Education

American Red Cross CPR-PR/AED Certification

First Aid Certification

WSI Certification

Job description

Training in the SafeSplash® curriculum will be provided.

Company Overview

At SafeSplash, we believe swimming is a life skill®. Each lesson is delivered with skill, passion and individual attention. Our curriculum is developed by world‑class swimmers with over 30 years of teaching experience. We teach correct swimming techniques and water safety, fostering confidence that extends beyond the pool.

Position Overview

SafeSplash® Swim Instructors uphold and teach according to the SafeSplash® Swim School teaching certification and curriculum.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• The main focus is to teach swimming skills in accordance with SafeSplash® curriculum in a fun, positive manner.
• Provide continuous, positive corrective feedback to students and customers on their swimming efforts.
• Structure class time appropriately to incorporate repetition, reinforcement, and introduction of required skills.
• Maintain proper equipment and time organization to ensure timely class start times.
• Provide Deck Supervisor with class information (ribbons, student changes, etc.) to keep proper class organization.
• Provide customers with monthly, individualized feedback on swimmers during Splash ‘N Tell week.
• Maintain proper SafeSplash® uniform standards outlined in employee handbook.

Other Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Position Qualifications & Requirements

• Current American Red Cross CPR-PR/AED, First Aid for adult, swimmer and infant required.
• WSI certification preferred.
• Special consideration given to instructors with experience teaching swimmers age 6 months to 10 years and Special Needs.
• Training in the SafeSplash® curriculum will be provided.
• Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds in weight.

Uniforms

Instructors are required to wear SafeSplash® uniforms, which include logoed female one‑piece suits and male board shorts. SafeSplash® Swim School will cover 50% of the cost of one uniform per calendar year per employee. Additional uniforms must be purchased by the employee from SafeSplash® Swim School at or below cost. Uniforms must be maintained in a clean, professional manner. Failure to wear the uniform during assigned instructing hours may result in purchase of a new uniform or being sent home without pay.

Hours

3–30 hours per week.

Compensation

Commensurate with experience and skills. $16.00 – $19.00 per hour.

Benefits & Perks

• Great Pay
• Flexible Schedules
• Work/Life Balance