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Swim Instructor

Blue Gems Swim School

Norridge (IL)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in aquatic education seeks passionate individuals for swim instruction roles. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a family-owned business while receiving comprehensive training. You'll be responsible for teaching swimming lessons to various age groups, ensuring safety, and providing excellent customer service. With flexible hours and the potential for career advancement, this role is perfect for those eager to make a difference in the community and develop their skills in a supportive environment. Join a team dedicated to fostering aquatic skills and safety in a fun and engaging atmosphere.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities
Paid training
Flexible hours
Valuable work experience
Future references/referrals

Qualifications

  • No prior experience required; training and certification provided.
  • Must be able to lift and stay on feet for extended periods.

Responsibilities

  • Provide swim instruction following the school's curriculum.
  • Enforce safety regulations to prevent accidents.
  • Communicate progress to students and parents effectively.

Skills

Customer service knowledge
Emergency response skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Administrative skills

Education

Lifeguard certification

Job description

Blue Gems Swim School is Chicagoland's premier boutique family-owned swimming school focusing on infant, children, and adult learn to swim lessons as well as a variety of progressive aquatic development programs.

BENEFITS:
  • Ability for career growth in leadership roles
  • Paid Training
  • Flexible hours
  • Valuable work experience
  • Future references/referrals
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Previous experience not required – training and certification will be provided in-house
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and be on your feet for longer periods of time
  • Ability to work in the water for an extended period of time
  • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
  • Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork
  • Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures
  • Lifeguard certification is required, must be obtained within 60 days of hiring (training and certification provided on-site or off-site)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provide swim instruction based on the Blue Gems Swim School curriculum
  • Enforce safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents
  • Assess pre-lesson and post-lesson progress according to the swim level objectives provided, and complete required paperwork in a timely manner
  • Effectively communicate progress and feedback to students and their parents or guardians, ensure customer satisfaction
  • Inspect pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues. Report issues to management as appropriate
  • Place and remove lane lines, perform light cleaning duties around pool deck
  • Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
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