Swim Instructor, Bellevue Aquatics Center

Bellevue, Washington; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at the Bellevue Aquatic Center as a Swim Instructor! This role offers flexible hours and the chance to make a meaningful impact by helping individuals of all ages gain confidence in the water and develop essential life-saving skills. You'll thrive in a supportive environment, working alongside passionate instructors dedicated to creating a safe and enjoyable experience. With ongoing training opportunities and a fun atmosphere, this position is perfect for those looking to grow their career in aquatics while making a difference in the community. Dive into this rewarding opportunity and help shape the future of swimming!

Benefits

Ongoing training and growth opportunities

Competitive pay

Paid sick leave

Flexible work hours

Fun and rewarding environment

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old with a lifeguard certification.
• Excellent communication skills required for working with patrons.

Responsibilities

• Provide swim instruction in group and private lessons.
• Ensure a safe and enjoyable aquatic experience for all.

Skills

Communication Skills

Swimming Skills

Lifeguard Certification

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Job description

The City of Bellevue is currently seeking Swim Instructors to work at the Bellevue Aquatic Center. This position offers flexible hours in a fun and friendly work environment with a chance to provide a lasting impact on the community by helping students of all ages and backgrounds gain confidence in the water and develop life-saving skills. The City of Bellevue focuses on a team-oriented approach that ensures everyone feels valued and supported, while providing a safe and enjoyable Aquatic experience.

Responsibilities include:

1. Providing swim instruction in both a group and private lesson format to various age groups.

Hours: Morning, afternoon, evenings, and weekends
Pay Rate: $19–$24.22 per hour depending on experience

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

• Ongoing training and opportunities for growth to help advance your skills and career in aquatics.
• Competitive pay
• Fun and rewarding environment
• Paid sick leave, access to MEBT (mutual employee benefit trust)
• Working alongside experienced instructors and staff who are passionate about teaching and creating a safe, fun environment.
• Flexible work hours to accommodate schedules.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 15 years old
• If 15 years old: must have an active lifeguard certification.
• Preferred to have and maintain current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
• Must have excellent communication skills and be comfortable working with patrons in the water.
• Candidate must pass a criminal background check prior to being hired.

Physical Demands:

• Work involves walking, talking, and hearing. Vision abilities required by this job include the ability to focus for long periods of time.
• The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually high.
• The ability to swim 300 yards without stopping.
• The ability to submerge to a depth of 13 feet.

Not Certified? Take our Lifeguard Training Classes: The Bellevue Aquatic Center is offering an American Red Cross Lifeguard certification course. Program offers certification in lifeguard training, first aid, and CPR for the professional rescuer. Gain skills required to be a lifeguard. Classes will all be blended learning style with the online content sent out one week in advance to be completed before the test portion of the class. The pre-requisite swims will be held the first hour of the first day of each class.

Definition of a Variable Employee: This is a Variable, non-exempt, non-union position.

• Average weekly hours cannot be determined at date of hire.
• Hours may vary from week to week and are anticipated to be 28 hours per week or less.