Swim Instructor

British Swim School of Brooklyn LIC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

British Swim School of Brooklyn LIC is looking for enthusiastic swim instructors to join our team in New York. As an instructor, you will ensure students enjoy safe swimming experiences while adhering to our training and standards.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate swim instructor skills and complete required training, including CPR/AED and First Aid. This role requires a flexible schedule and the ability to interact positively with children.

Compensation ranges from $18.00 to $22.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate swim instructor skills.
• Complete all required British Swim School Aquatics specific training.
• Complete CPR/AED & First Aid training within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups of people.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training.
• Conduct classes in a fun manner according to training manual.
• Follow all British Swim School policies and procedures.
• Work flexible schedules including holidays and weekends.
• Stand in the water for up to 5 consecutive hours.

Skills

Enthusiastic personality

Strong relationship skills

Customer service skills

Bi-lingual communication

Ability to demonstrate swim strokes

Job description

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 30 hours of specialist training in our highly developed British Swim School methodology.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Enthusiastic personality with strong relationship and customer service skills.
• Effectively communicate with customers and employees, bi‑lingual is a plus.
• Disciplined to follow schedules and enforce safety procedures.
• Able to demonstrate swim strokes appropriately.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Reports directly to the Business Owner.
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training and standards.
• Conduct classes in a fun manner as detailed in the British Swim School teacher training manual.
• Follows all British Swim School policies, rules, regulations and procedures.
• Work a flexible 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.

Qualifications

• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills.
• Must complete all required British Swim School Aquatics specific training.
• 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: $18.00 - $22.00 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.