Swim Instructor - Flexible Hours, Paid Training

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Employee discounts

401(k)

Same Day Pay via Clair

Job summary

Bright Stars Academy is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to lead group and individual lessons, teach water safety, and build student confidence in the pool. Training is provided, and you will follow our structured curriculum to foster safe, enjoyable learning experiences for children of various ages and abilities.

This role offers paid training, flexible scheduling, and a supportive team environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Past work with children in childcare, camps, schools, coaching, or activity-based settings is preferred.
• Experience in swimming, lifeguarding, competitive swimming, or aquatic instruction is a plus.
• Strong communication skills to instruct, encourage, and connect with children effectively.
• Positive attitude to create a fun, safe, and supportive learning environment.
• Must be physically able to actively participate in the water and demonstrate swimming skills.
• Able to obtain and maintain Red Cross CPR/AED certification and pass a background check.
• Applicants must be at least 16 years old.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging group and individual swim lessons while ensuring student safety at all times.
• Follow the swim lesson curriculum and instructional guidelines provided by Bright Stars Academy.
• Teach water safety, water comfort, basic swimming skills, and stroke development based on each student's ability level.
• Provide clear instruction, encouragement, and feedback to help students build confidence and progress.
• Supervise lesson participants and remain attentive to swimmers and activity on the pool deck.
• Communicate and enforce pool rules, lesson expectations, and safety procedures.
• Set up and break down lesson stations and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Foster positive relationships with students, families, and team members and communicate with supervisors.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized aquatic facility and participate in quarterly in-service trainings.

Skills

Child engagement

Communication with kids

Energetic personality

Reliability

Water comfort

Background check clearance

Tools

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Bright Stars Academy is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to lead group and individual lessons, teach water safety, and build student confidence in the pool. Training is provided, and you will follow our structured curriculum to foster safe, enjoyable learning experiences for children of various ages and abilities.

This role offers paid training, flexible scheduling, and a supportive team environment with opportunities for growth.