Swim Instructor

Aquatic Adventures Swim School; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 25,485; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Fun team atmosphere

Job summary

Aquatic Adventures Swim School in Roanoke, Virginia, seeks a Swim Instructor to join a dynamic team focused on teaching kids essential swim skills in a fun environment. Responsibilities include ensuring student safety, fostering a positive learning atmosphere, and engaging with children effectively. Must possess strong communication skills, be flexible, and hold current CPR and First Aid certifications. The role offers competitive pay, bonuses, and growth opportunities in a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Ability to swim is a must.
• Caring and compassionate towards people of all ages and abilities.
• Ability to work in the water for up to 5 hours.
• Flexibility to work afternoons and some weekends.
• Pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all students and staff.
• Love and respect students while teaching them to swim.
• Smile and have fun during your shift.
• Follow our curriculum, focusing on each student's needs.

Skills

Ability to swim

Strong communication skills

Caring and compassionate

Flexibility to work afternoons and weekends

Dependability

Focus in a fast-paced environment

Great attitude and willingness to be coached

Education

Red Cross CPR and First Aid certification

Red Cross Lifeguard certification (desired)

One year of previous experience working with children (preferred)

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Training & development
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement

Job Posting: Swim Instructor at Aquatic Adventures Swim School

Join our team at Aquatic Adventures Swim School and be part of a dynamic, student-centered environment where we build confidence and develop safety skills through quality swim instruction. We are committed to training our staff to teach swim lessons, providing them with the tools they need to succeed. Our diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace offers a fun and rewarding experience.

Why Choose Swim?

• You get to work with kids, teaching a life-saving skill in a creative and fun environment.
• Every day is different, with new chances to make a difference.
• It's a flip-flop-friendly atmosphere!

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety of all students and staff.
• Love and respect students while teaching them to swim.
• Be a dependable team player.
• Complete required training and embrace continuous learning.
• Follow our curriculum, focusing on each student's needs, abilities, and comfort.
• Smile and have fun during your shift.

Qualifications:

• Ability to swim is a must.
• Caring and compassionate towards people of all ages and abilities.
• Ability to work in the water for up to 5 hours.
• Strong communication skills.
• Great attitude and willingness to be coached.
• Ability to focus in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work afternoons and some weekends.
• Red Cross CPR and First Aid certification (training provided for a fee).
• Red Cross Lifeguard certification is desired.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• One year of previous experience working with children is preferred.

Benefits:

• Fun team atmosphere.
• Competitive pay.
• Employee discounts on swim lessons.
• Bonuses.

Pay:

• New employees must complete paid training and a 90-day probationary period.
• Instructor pay: $14.00 - $18.50 per hour based on experience and availability.
• Annual wage increases.
• Opportunities for additional wage increases, bonuses, awards, and prizes based on performance.

Opportunities:

Aquatic Adventures Swim School hires from within for full-time positions and management roles.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Interested candidates, please submit your resume and cover letter to [e-mail].

Member schools are independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the member school, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this school. All inquiries about employment at these schools should be made directly to the school location, and not to US Swim School Association.