Swim Instructor

British Swim School - South Orlando; Owings Mills (MD); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus based on performance

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

British Swim School - South Orlando is looking for a Swim Instructor to teach engaging swim lessons focused on water safety. As part of our team, you will be instrumental in promoting a fun learning environment and ensuring that children become safe swimmers.

The position requires experience as a swim instructor and a high school diploma or equivalent. Candidates should possess an enthusiastic personality and be comfortable in the water. Working hours are flexible, including evenings and weekends, as per business needs.

Qualifications

• Experience as a swim instructor required.
• Must maintain certifications throughout employment.
• Enthusiastic personality is vital.
• Comfortable in and around the water.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with program standards.
• Support the Aquatics Manager and Business Owner(s).
• Work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Be in the water for the duration of the shift.

Skills

Enthusiastic personality

Customer service skills

Comfortable in and around the water

Knowledge of four swimming strokes

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Bonus based on performance
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

A position at British Swim School is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact in the lives of your community to ensure “survival of the littlest.”

What We're Looking For

I'm looking for someone who enjoys working with kids and interacting with people, and has a passion for being in the water and safety. Additionally, I want someone who enjoys what he/she does and is ready to make a difference in the lives of others!

Compensation And Benefits (dependent on franchise owner)

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

The Position

At British Swim School, we teach fun swim lessons, but that’s not all! We shoot through the water like torpedoes toward our swimmers’ goals! We are a team of fun-loving people that are serious about saving lives and having fun while doing it!

Working at British Swim School you will notice that...

• 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 get to help promote a life-changing learning experience and growing team every day.

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 (4pm-8pm), weekends (8am-1pm), 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

• Experience as a swim instructor required
• High school diploma, equivalent, or in the process of completion.
• Enthusiastic personality.
• Comfortable in and around the water.
• Must know the four swimming strokes.
• 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 (but 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. As a result, we can support our mission “to ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer”.

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Working at British Swim School

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.

While we teach swimming to people of all ages and abilities, most of our students are preschool and elementary-aged kids. Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable. It's helpful if you have experience with children or in 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 are the people committed to 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.”