Swim Instructor No Teaching Experience Needed

British Swim School - Hudson Waterfront; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay starting at $16.50/h

Performance bonus potential

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid birthday off and holidays

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

A regional swim instruction organization in Jersey City seeks passionate individuals to serve as swim instructors. In this rewarding role, you'll teach essential swimming and water safety skills to kids and adults while ensuring their safety on the pool deck. We offer a supportive work environment, flexible scheduling, and competitive pay starting at $16.50 per hour, with opportunities for advancement and a performance bonus. Join us today to make a difference in the lives of our students!

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service, education, coaching, or childcare is a plus.
• Must be able to work evenings and/or weekends.
• Must be able to swim comfortably in a deep pool.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons to children and adults using fun, proven curriculum.
• Greet and check in families, assist with scheduling.
• Keep students safe, engaged, and progressing in the water.

Job description

“You’ll never forget the first child who swims because of you.”

At British Swim School, being a swim instructor is more than just a job — it's a calling. You'll help children and adults gain a critical life skill while building confidence in and around water. We're looking for passionate individuals who want to make the world a safer place, one swimmer at a time.

If your heart lights up when a child says, “I did it!” if you believe in cheering the loudest for the littlest victories, and you're searching for more than just a job — you’ve just found your purpose.

We do believe happy instructors create the best lessons. That’s why we foster a supportive work environment where you’ll be surrounded by teammates who share your energy, passion, and positive attitude. When you enjoy what you do, it shows — and that’s exactly the experience we want every student and staff member to have.

In this unique role, you’ll teach essential water safety and swimming skills in the pool and deliver outstanding customer service on the pool deck. Whether you're leading a class or helping families at check-in, you’ll play a key role in creating a safe, fun, and rewarding experience.

What You’ll Do

• Teach swim lessons to children and adults using our fun, proven curriculum (extensive training provided!).
• Greet and check in families, assist with scheduling, and help manage pool deck operations.
• Keep students safe, engaged, and progressing in the water.
• Support a positive, team-oriented atmosphere – both in and out of the pool.

What We’re Looking For

• You love working with kids and making a difference.
• You’re reliable, upbeat, and comfortable in the water.
• Previous experience in customer service, education, coaching, or childcare is a plus.
• Must be able to work evenings and/or weekends.
• Must be able to swim comfortably in a deep pool.
• Must complete our paid swim instructor training.

Perks & Benefits

• Pay starting at $16.50/h + potential $2.70/h performance bonus
• Paid training – swimming skills required.
• Flexible scheduling – perfect for students, parents, or those seeking a second job.
• Opportunities for advancement and leadership.
• A fun, rewarding role where you literally save lives!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid birthday off and paid holidays
• Eligible for a monthly bonus

Apply today and join a team that’s making waves in water safety! British Swim School is proud to be a mission-driven organization — come grow with us! Check out @britishswimschoolhudsonwf_nj on Instagram to see some of our happy students and your future colleagues at work!