Swim Instructor

British Swim School of Torrance; Hermosa Beach (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short shifts

Year-round opportunity

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Paid training

Birthday off and paid

Discounts for direct family members

Job summary

British Swim School of Torrance is seeking a dedicated Swim Instructor to teach children as young as 3 months through adults using our gentle, progressive methods. You will receive comprehensive training and contribute to a mission of safety and confidence in the water.

This role involves in-water instruction, inclusive class management, and evening/weekend shifts. No prior teaching experience is required, but a high school diploma, strong swimming ability, and enthusiasm for working with kids

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or in progress.
• Strong swimming skills with experience in the 4 strokes.
• Enthusiastic, engaging personality with a love for teaching children.
• Must maintain lifeguarding/first aid training and certifications as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons following our curriculum for all ages.
• Spend significant time in the water, ensuring student safety and engagement.
• Maintain certifications and participate in ongoing training.
• Support scheduling with after-hours and weekend shifts as required.

Skills

Strong swimming skills

Experience working with children

Enthusiastic personality

Maintain certifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

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

Compensation and Benefits

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

$18-$21/hour | Paid training | Tue & Wed afternoons/evenings required | 3-5 hour shifts | Proficient in all 4 strokes

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."