Swim Instructor — Flexible Part-Time, Paid Training & Growth

goldfish-careers; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time hours

Training and leadership development

Valuable work experience

Internal advancement opportunities

Future references

Job summary

Goldfish Swim School is seeking a Swim Instructor to deliver the company’s curriculum in a friendly, safety‑first environment at our Bethlehem location. You’ll teach children, engage with families, and help build confidence in the water.

The role offers part‑time, flexible hours, paid training, and opportunities for advancement as the team grows. Ideal candidates are comfortable working with kids, parents, and a busy pool setting.

Qualifications

• Must be available to work a minimum of 2 shifts a week, equivalent to 12 hours per week.
• Must meet the minimum age requirement of 16.
• Ability to work with children.
• Ability to work with parents and families.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.
• Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents. Makes rescues and administers first aid when necessary.
• Evaluates students’ progress, and completes required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Interacts with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students’ swim skills.
• Acts as a GSS “ambassador” to ensure parental satisfaction.
• Uses problem solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter.
• Inspects pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues.
• Maintains and ensures proper storage of all pool equipment.
• Reports accidents and incidents to management. Completes required documentation and paperwork.
• Performs Deck Teacher duties as needed.
• Performs light cleaning duties such as window washing, deck mopping, trash removal, bathroom and shower cleaning, restocking etc.
• Attends required/mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours.
• Fulfills other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Employer.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Child interaction

Organizational skills

Job description

Goldfish Swim School is seeking a Swim Instructor to deliver the company’s curriculum in a friendly, safety‑first environment at our Bethlehem location. You’ll teach children, engage with families, and help build confidence in the water.

The role offers part‑time, flexible hours, paid training, and opportunities for advancement as the team grows. Ideal candidates are comfortable working with kids, parents, and a busy pool setting.