Swim Instructor

Waterworks Aquatics; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Dental & vision insurance

Paid training

Regular performance reviews

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Company events

Job summary

Waterworks Aquatics in Riverside, CA is seeking energetic individuals for part-time swim instructor roles at the LA Fitness location. No prior teaching experience required; we provide full training and mentorship to help you teach kids and adults how to swim.

You'll lead fun, safe lessons, celebrate progress, and communicate with families. Pay ranges from $21.50–$23.03 per hour, with performance bonuses and flexible scheduling to fit your life.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to tread water, lift up to 50 lbs and demonstrate swim techniques safely.
• First Aid/CPR/AED (Infant/Child/Adult) — or willingness to obtain with our guidance.
• You’ll complete a brief swim assessment during training.
• No prior teaching experience required — we provide full training and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, safe, goal-oriented swim lessons.
• Celebrate every milestone as students gain new skills.
• Communicate with families and management to ensure progress and safety.

Skills

Passion

Adaptability

Self-Responsibility

Approachability

Integrity

Willingness to learn

Job description

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Part Time Riverside at LA Fitness - 94132, Riverside, CA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1070

Make a difference every day — and get paid to have fun in the water!

You don’t need to be a competitive swimmer — it’s OK if you’re not a fantastic swimmer. We’ll teach you how to teach. If you’re energetic, love kids, and want a job that matters, we’re the place for you.

We reward our instructors based on performance — the more students on your schedule, the more you’ll earn. Your pay grows as your student base grows, plus monthly lesson bonuses when students re-enroll.

About Waterworks Aquatics

Waterworks Aquatics is a premier swim school teaching children (ages 3 months and up) and adults how to swim. Our mission is to educate and motivate individuals to be safer and learn proper swimming technique. We believe there’s a swimmer in everyone — and we teach in warm, indoor pools — no shivering!

How You’ll Make a Splash

• Lead fun, safe, goal-oriented swim lessons.


• Celebrate every milestone as students gain new skills.


• Communicate with families and management to ensure progress and safety.

What You’ll Bring

• Passion — you love helping kids build confidence and new skills.


• Adaptability — you adjust your teaching style to each student.


• Self-Responsibility — you come ready to learn and give each lesson your full attention.


• Approachability — you’re welcoming, patient, and a clear communicator.


• Integrity — you do what’s right, even when no one’s watching.


• No prior teaching experience required — we’ll provide full training and mentorship.


• At least 18 years old; able to tread water, lift up to 50 lbs, and demonstrate swim techniques safely.


• First Aid/CPR/AED (Infant/Child/Adult) — or willingness to obtain with our guidance.


• You’ll complete a brief swim assessment during training.

Pay, Schedule & Growth

• Pay Range:$21.50–$23.03 per hour (average including bonuses).


• Performance-based pay: earn more as your student schedule grows.


• Monthly lesson bonus opportunities for high student renewals.


• Flexible scheduling that fits school and activities.


• Clear path to grow through reliability, skill development, and student success.


• 401(k) with company match.


• Dental & vision insurance (available for part-time and full-time).


• Paid training (all required training is compensated) and regular performance reviews (every six months).


• Fun culture: appreciation events, and company parties.


• Employee discounts and opportunities for advancement.

Ready to dive in?