Swim Instructor - Inspire Safe, Confident Young Swimmers

Goldfish Swim School; Wayne (NJ); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Goldfish Swim School in Wayne, NJ is seeking a Swim Instructor to teach foundational water safety and swimming skills. You’ll build genuine connections with students and families while guiding each child’s progress through our curriculum.

Ideal candidates are patient, energetic, and available for evenings and weekends. Lifeguard experience or childcare background is a plus, and willingness to pursue lifeguard certification is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Must be available for evening and weekend shifts.
• Experience as a lifeguard or in childcare/camp/youth settings is preferred.
• Comfortable and confident in the water; swimming experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver swim instruction based on Goldfish Swim School curriculum with energy and focus on student growth.
• Enforce safety rules on the pool deck daily to maintain a secure environment.
• Evaluate student progress and complete skill evaluations on time.
• Communicate with parents after lessons to share updates and celebrate progress.
• Use problem-solving to help students progress and overcome challenges.
• Maintain and store pool equipment, including lane lines.
• Assist with light cleaning duties as needed.

Skills

Patient

Energetic

Student centered

Lifeguard certification

Water confidence

Parent communication

Progress tracking

Evening/weekend availability

Job description

Goldfish Swim School in Wayne, NJ is seeking a Swim Instructor to teach foundational water safety and swimming skills. You’ll build genuine connections with students and families while guiding each child’s progress through our curriculum.

Ideal candidates are patient, energetic, and available for evenings and weekends. Lifeguard experience or childcare background is a plus, and willingness to pursue lifeguard certification is encouraged.