Swim Instructor

usssa-careers; Hermosa Beach (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Short shifts

Year-round opportunity

Free uniforms

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Paid training

Birthday off

Job summary

British Swim School is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor in Hermosa Beach to teach children as young as 3 months and adults using our progressive methods. Comprehensive training is provided; no prior teaching experience is required.

You will work hands-on in the water, building trust and making learning fun. This year-round, meaningful role focuses on safety, skill development, and rewarding student progress.

Qualifications

• Must have strong swimming skills and experience with the four strokes.
• Enthusiastic and engaging personality for teaching kids and adults.
• Proven ability to work with children in a lesson setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the Aquatics Leader and/or Business Owner(s).
• Follow curriculum to ensure safe and competent lessons and environment.
• Evening shifts (3:15-7pm), weekend shifts (8:45am-1pm).
• Maintain certifications throughout employment.
• Work in water for extended periods and maintain high energy in lessons.

Skills

Strong swimming skills

Enthusiastic personality

Experience working with children

Education

High school diploma / equivalent

Job description

Benefits:

• Short shifts
• Year-round opportunity
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

$18-$21/hour | Tue. & Wed. afternoons/evenings required | Paid training | Proficiency in the 4 strokes required

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 "survival of the littlest".

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid training
• Birthday off and paid
• Discounts for direct family members

The Position:

Looking for a job that actually feels meaningful? At British Swim School, our instructors do more than teach swim lessons. They help save lives.

As a Swim Instructor, you will teach children as young as 3 months and adults using our proven, gentle, and progressive methods. We provide comprehensive training, so no prior teaching experience is required. You will build the skills and confidence to work with swimmers of all ages and abilities.

This is a hands-on, high-energy role focused on connection. You will spend your time in the water, engaging with swimmers, building trust, and making learning fun.

We are looking for team members who want a consistent, year-round role. This is not a seasonal or summer-only position.

Your Typical Responsibilities:

• Support the Aquatics Leader and/or Business Owner(s)
• Follow British Swim School's curriculum to ensure safe & competent lessons & environment
• Evening shifts (3:15 -7pm), weekend shifts (8:45am- 1pm)
• Maintain certifications throughout employment
• Work in an environment where noise levels run moderate-high, and stand in the water for up to 4 consecutive hours

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma, equivalent, or in the process of completion
• Strong swimming skills, experience with the 4 strokes
• Enthusiastic personality
• Experience working with children
• Must maintain certifications throughout the length of employment
• Must complete all required British Swim School Aquatics-specific training and testing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Competitive swim or swim team background
• Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certification(s) preferred (but can be obtained during training)

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."