Swim Instructor

British Swim School of Alamitos Bay-Los Cerritos; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

A local swim school in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to teach swim lessons to children and adults in alignment with the British Swim School curriculum. Candidates must have prior swim experience and strong customer service skills. The role includes structured training and opportunities for career advancement. Compensation ranges from $19.00 to $21.00 per hour, offering a fun and supportive work environment, making a positive difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Must have current Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certification or obtain within 90 days.
• Complete the British Swim School Swim Instructor training successfully.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons to children and adults in a fun environment.
• Follow the British Swim School curriculum and safety procedures.
• Attend staff meetings and ongoing training as requested.
• Communicate with the Aquatics Director and assist in teaching.

Skills

Strong relationship and customer-service skills

Ability to communicate effectively with children and customers

Disciplined and able to follow safety procedures

Ability to demonstrate and teach swim strokes

Education

Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certification

Completion of British Swim School Swim Instructor training

Job description

Job Title: Swim Instructor – Training Fully Provided / Prior Swim Experience Required

Reports to: Franchise Owner

Status: Part‑time, hourly

Swim instructors at British Swim School Alamitos Bay‑Los Cerritos teach lessons to children and adults to become safe and happy swimmers, regardless of age or ability. Adherence to the British Swim School teaching curriculum ensures that each student learns water‑survival skills, then progresses to propulsion and stroke development in a fun and gentle environment.

• Structured training provided in full
• Previous swim experience is required
• A dynamic and rewarding company culture
• Opportunities for internal advancement with a fast‑growing startup franchise

Roles and Responsibilities

• Report to and communicate directly with the Aquatics Director
• Conduct classes in a fun and gentle environment, following current teaching methods, policies, and safety and emergency procedures as detailed in the British Swim School training manual and as directed by the Aquatics Director
• Attend staff meetings and ongoing training/coaching as requested by the Aquatics Director
• Work a varied but fixed schedule that may include holidays and weekends as required by business needs, and as requested by management
• Work in an environment where noise levels are usually moderate to high, and stand in the water for up to 5 consecutive hours
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Aquatics Director/Owner

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Enthusiastic, assertive personality with strong relationship and customer‑service skills
• Effectively communicate with children, customers and employees
• Disciplined to follow schedules and enforce safety procedures, as well as follow the policies, teaching methods and procedures of British Swim School
• Ability to demonstrate and teach swim strokes appropriately

Qualifications

• Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid (current preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment)
• Successful completion of British Swim School Swim Instructor internal training

Compensation: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour

• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate: Cerritos & Huntington Beach, CA: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (Required)

Working at British Swim School is more than just a job; it’s a chance to create a lasting impact that could change a child’s life. You become part of a fun‑loving team committed to promoting water safety and a lifelong love of the water.

We also have exciting opportunities with our Customer Service Team, even if you’re not in the pool. These roles may involve talking to parents on the phone or by the pool, with the aim of making everyone feel part of the British Swim School Family as we focus on ensuring the “Survival of the Littlest.”

Each franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by that franchisee’s management. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to British Swim School Corporate.

Our mission

“To ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer.”

Safe & happy work environment

Where else might you get to sing at work?

Flexible work schedules and hours

Making this a great role for students, parents, and anyone with a busy lifestyle!

A rewarding job with competitive pay

All while making a true difference in your community!

Opportunities for professional growth and development

We believe in investing in our team member’s skills and knowledge, providing a pathway for career advancement and personal success.