Swim Instructor

British Swim School of Chicago Suburbs - Midway; Michigan; On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused swim instruction organization in Michigan is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the role of Swim Instructor. The position involves teaching swimming lessons primarily to preschool and elementary-aged children, promoting water safety, and following established training protocols. Applicants must demonstrate swim instructor skills and successfully complete CPR/AED & First Aid training within 90 days of employment. A flexible schedule is required, with potential for weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills.
• Must complete all required training and pass final exams.
• Must complete CPR/AED & First Aid training within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons per British Swim School standards.
• Conducts classes in a fun and gentle environment.
• Follows all policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Enthusiastic personality

Customer service skills

Effective communication

Bilingual abilities

Discipline in following safety procedures

Job description

Are you the type of person who wants to work in a fun and entertaining work environment? Do you have a passion for working with children and a love of water? If so, this job is for you! Working at British Swim School is so much more than just employment, it’s an opportunity to teach children and adults skills that may save their life. How amazing is that?! As part of the BSS Team, you are instrumental in working towards our mission, “To ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to be a safe and happy swimmer.” It’s a chance to be part of a fun-loving team of dedicated people who are committed to promoting water safety and a lifelong love of the water.

Although we teach swimming to all ages and abilities, the majority of our students are preschool and elementary-aged children. Our instructors need to enjoy working with this young age group while also putting parents at ease. Experience in working with children or in a child-oriented business is preferred, although not necessary if you can demonstrate the desired attitude. The position includes 40 hours of specialist training in our highly developed British Swim School methodology.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Enthusiastic, assertive personality with strong relationships and customer service skills.
• Effectively communicate with customers and employees; bilingual is a plus.
• Disciplined to follow schedules and enforce safety procedures as well as follow policies, teaching methods and procedures of British Swim School.
• Able to demonstrate swim strokes appropriately.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Reports directly to the Aquatics Director and/or Business Owner(s).
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training and standards.
• Conducts classes in a fun and gentle environment, following current teaching methods, policies and safety and emergency procedures as detailed in the British Swim School teacher training manual and as directed by the Aquatics Director.
• Follows all British Swim School policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures; completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Works a flexible schedule that may include holidays and weekends as required by business needs and as requested by management.
• Works in an environment where noise levels are usually moderate to high and stands in the water for up to 5 consecutive hours.

Qualifications

• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with British Swim School standards.
• Must complete all required British Swim School Aquatics specific training and successfully complete the final in‑water and written exams.
• Must complete CPR/AED & First Aid training within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community and successful clearance of background check.

Compensation: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

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.

As part of the British Swim School Team, you play a role in your local community, empowering others and sharing your passion. It’s a chance to be part of a fun-loving team of dedicated people who are committed to promoting water safety and a lifelong love of the water.