Weekday Swim Instructor - Paid Training, $18-$24 per hour!

Goldfish Swim School - Redmond; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Flexible schedule

Leadership opportunities

Catered lunches

Job summary

A local swim school in Bellevue is looking for a Swim Instructor to provide swim instruction and ensure safety. The role offers training with a flexible schedule, ideal for students. Candidates must be at least 16 years old and possess strong interpersonal communication skills. Responsibilities include evaluating students' progress and interacting with parents. Join a fun environment where you'll make a difference and help children learn to swim.

Qualifications

• Must pass background examinations (included with training).
• Must be at least 16 years old or turning 16 years old upon start date.
• Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.
• Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents.
• Evaluates students’ progress and completes required skill tracking.
• Interacts with parents regarding swim skills development.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Creative thinking

Education

Experience as a certified lifeguard or youth sports instructor preferred

Tools

Lifeguard certification

CPR/AED certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Benefits

• Paid Training
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

No previous experience required, we will train you!

Are you looking for a great opportunity where the work is actually fun? Do you want to work somewhere you can get real job experience and make a difference? Check out Goldfish Swim School!

We change lives. We help children reach their goals. We wear flip flops. We work in a 90-degree pool. We love our employees and reward hard work! We offer paid training and convenient shifts that are perfect for students or anyone who want to grab extra hours without working late nights. Even better? Due to the rapid growth of our school, advancement opportunities exist for the right candidate.

Benefits

• Leadership opportunities
• Paid Training
• Great pay
• Valuable work experience
• Increased social opportunities
• Future references/referrals
• Catered lunches!

Requirements

• Ability to work with children
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Must pass background examinations (included with training)
• Ability to work a minimum of 2 shifts per week
• Must be able to maintain a consistent schedule
• Must be at least 16 years old or turning 16 years old upon start date

Shift Schedule

• Tuesday 3:40pm-7:40pm
• Wednesday 3:40pm-7:40pm
• Thursday 3:40pm-7:40pm
• Friday 3:40pm-7:40pm
• Saturday AM: 8:40am-12:40pm
• Saturday PM: 1:10-4:10pm
• Sunday AM: 8:40am-12:40pm

Job Title: Swim Instructor

Reports to: Deck Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary

Instructs students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.
2. Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents. Makes rescues and administers first aid when necessary.
3. Evaluates students’ progress, and completes required skill tracking in a timely manner.
4. Interacts with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students’ swim skills.
5. Acts as a GSS “ambassador” to ensure parental satisfaction.
6. Uses problem solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter.
7. Inspects pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues. Reports issues to management as appropriate.
8. Maintains and ensures proper storage of all pool equipment. Places and removes lane lines.
9. Reports accidents and incidents to management. Completes required documentation and paperwork.
10. Performs Deck Teacher duties as needed.
11. Attend required/mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours.
12. Fulfills other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Employer.

Education/Experience

Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider preferred.

Certificates and Licenses

Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred - training provided.

Work Environment

While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat and humidity. Noise level is usually moderate.