Swim Instructor

British Swim School - South Orlando; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off on birthdays

Job summary

British Swim School - South Orlando is looking for enthusiastic Swim Instructors to teach fun and effective swim lessons to children. The role requires a high school diploma and a passion for water safety. Instructors will work with a flexible schedule, primarily weekends and evenings, and undergo training consistent with the British Swim School program.

Your contributions aim to lower drowning statistics and promote swimming as a lifelong skill. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for internal advancement and community impact.

Qualifications

• Must maintain certifications throughout employment.
• Must complete all required British Swim School Aquatics-specific training and testing.
• Experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reports directly to and supports the Aquatics Manager.
• Instructs swimming lessons according to training and program standards.
• Works a flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends.

Skills

Enthusiastic personality

Comfortable in and around the water

Flexibility and ability to thrive on ambiguity

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certifications

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

Want to have fun? Want to make a meaningful contribution to save lives? Want to work in a place where employee development and retention is important? Want to join an exciting startup business and help shape the future of water survival in Minnesota? Join the British Swim School as a Swim instructor and lead the charge in revolutionizing swim education.

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience with possible opportunities for bonuses
• Guaranteed 10 hours a week work
• Strong emphasis on ongoing training
• Opportunities for internal advancement
• Birthday off and paid
• Possible annual PTO and medical benefits
• Retention Bonus payable after 3 months and 12 months

The Position

At British Swim School, we teach fun swim lessons that are serious about saving lives and having fun while doing it. We are a team of fun‑loving people that are dedicated to water safety.

• We look for bright, energetic people willing to roll up their sleeves, take on new assignments, and juggle many things at once while happily asking, “is that all you’ve got?”
• In return for your efforts, you’ll have an opportunity to work for a fast‑growing, creative, and culture‑driven company with a prudent opportunity for growth. You’ll also help promote a life‑changing learning experience and grow the team every day.

As a swim instructor you will be trained to teach swim lessons to children and adults, starting at 3‑month old, following the British Swim School aquatics program that is gentle, fun, and progressive.

You will be assigned to a class schedule developed by manager(s) and interact with swimmers, parents and/or guardians.

Your Typical Responsibilities

• Reports directly to and supports the Aquatics Manager
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training and program standards, maintaining certifications throughout employment
• Works a flexible schedule that may include evenings (3pm-7pm), weekends (8am-1pm), and holidays as required by business needs
• Works in an environment where noise levels are moderate to high and is in the water for the duration of the shift

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, equivalent, or in the process of completion
• Enthusiastic personality
• Flexibility and ability to thrive on ambiguity
• Comfortable in and around the water; strong swimming skills are a plus but can be taught and developed
• Must maintain certifications throughout the length of employment
• Must complete all required British Swim School Aquatics‑specific training and testing

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children
• Swimming experience: 1‑2 years preferred but not required
• Customer service skills: 1 year preferred
• Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certifications preferred (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. Our mission is to ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer.

Compensation: $19.00 - $20.00 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 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 committed to promoting water safety and a lifelong love of the water.

While we teach swimming to people of all ages and abilities, most of our students are preschool and elementary‑aged kids. Instructors should enjoy working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable. It’s helpful to have experience with children or a child‑focused job, but it’s not required if you can show the right attitude. The job comes with specialized training in our advanced and unique British Swim School approach.

We also have exciting opportunities with our Customer Service Team, even if you’re not in the pool. These roles focus on providing the best service in the industry. In these roles, you might talk to parents on the phone or by the pool. Wherever you are, the aim is to make everyone feel like 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 the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, not to British Swim School Corporate.