Swim Instructor Assistant Leadership Needed

Atlanta Swim Academy; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Health insurance for full-time employees

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Training & development opportunities

Growth opportunities for promotions

Job summary

A local swim academy is seeking an Assistant Swim Instructor to engage with students of all ages in a fun learning environment. You'll lead small groups in developing swimming skills while honing your own communication and leadership abilities. Success in this role often requires a background in teaching, health and fitness, or childcare. Flexible scheduling with opportunities for rapid advancement is available for the right candidates. Training in lifeguarding, CPR, and first aid will be provided to suitable applicants.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of swimming skills and mechanics is crucial.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with both children and adults.
• Willingness to work at least one 4-hour shift over the weekend.

Responsibilities

• Lead small groups of swimmers to help them learn progressively.
• Create and execute lesson plans for effective teaching.
• Provide consistent instruction aligned with lesson requirements.
• Communicate progress to parents and students.

Skills

Knowledge of swimming skills and mechanics

Excellent communication skills with children and adults

Comfortable working with children of all ages

Ability to lead and motivate

Outgoing Personality

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Assistant Swim Instructor (Leadership Experience & Career Growth Opportunities!)

Atlanta Swim Academy is rapidly expanding and we are looking for Swim Instructors to start immediately. Make a difference in your community by helping students of all ages learn to be safe in the water. Gain leadership, communication and group management skills in a fun filled family atmosphere. Swim Instructors are the core of Atlanta Swim Academy’s learn to swim program. They teach age- and ability-appropriate progressive skills to swimmers—from basic swimming skills for young swimmers to competition-specific training for advanced swimmers.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead small groups (1-4) of swimmers through a series of progressively challenging swim skills.
• Plan and effectively organize class time through lesson plans.
• Teach and lead with encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Provide for consistency in instruction by working each assigned lesson.
• Communicate with parents and swimmers on progress towards goals.
• Complete any necessary paperwork and reports.
• Enforce all facility policies, rules and regulations.
• Cover all material required in a level.

Qualifications and Skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of swimming skills and mechanics
• Excellent communication skills with children and adults
• Comfortable working with children of all ages
• Ability to lead and motivate
• Available to work at least one 4-hour shift either Sat. or Sun.
• Certification in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, CPR, and First Aid (training and course will be available for candidates after hiring, however; preference will be given to those that have active certification)

We have found most success in team members that possess the following background/experience:

• Teaching / Coaching
• Health / Fitness
• Sports & Recreation
• Physical Training
• Education / Childcare
• Leadership & Team Management
• Communication
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Outgoing Personality
• Organizational Skills

Benefits

• Atlanta Swim Academy offers growth opportunities for those that qualify! Fast-paced promotions are available to Lead Instructor and Instructor Supervisor positions. There are also opportunities to be cross-trained in multiple departments within the company, including: retail, customer service, administration, team management, hr/pr, coaching, logistics.
• Health Insurance is available to full-time employees.
• Employee discount.
• Other benefits including Vacation, PTO etc.
• Team building outings and functions.