Swim Instructor

British Swim School of Jacksonville Beaches-Orange Park; Orange Park (FL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Opportunities for internal advancement

Birthday off and paid

Job summary

A community-focused swim school in Orange Park is seeking an enthusiastic instructor to teach swimming lessons. This position involves working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support the mission of ensuring safety in water. Candidates must be comfortable around water and maintain necessary certifications. The role promises a fulfilling experience impacting children's lives and building essential skills in and around water.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic personality to engage with children effectively.
• Strong swimming skills are a plus, but can be taught.
• Must maintain certifications throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons according to school standards.
• Support the Aquatics Manager and/or Business Owner(s).
• Work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Enthusiastic personality

Comfortable in and around water

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

A position at British Swim School is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to learn, grow, and make a positive impact in our community to ensure the "survival of the littlest".

Compensation and Benefits (dependent on franchise owner)

• Competitive pay based on experience with possible opportunities for bonuses
• Paid training
• Opportunities for internal advancement
• Birthday off and paid

About Us

British Swim School is dedicated to saving lives and fostering a lifelong love of the water. We focus on making a substantial impact within our communities to combat high child drowning statistics. Our mission is to ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer.

Your Typical Responsibilities

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

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, equivalent, or in the process of completion.
• Enthusiastic personality.
• 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 Certification(s) preferred (can be obtained during training).

Compensation

$14.00 – $19.00 per hour.