Swim Instructor (Seasonal)

British Swim School of Downtown Houston-Bellaire; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Bonus based on performance

Wellness resources

Paid training

Birthday off

Potential annual PTO

Medical benefits

Free gym membership

Job summary

British Swim School of Downtown Houston-Bellaire is hiring a Part-Time Swim Instructor to teach fun, life-saving swim lessons to children and adults. The role requires an enthusiastic personality and comfort in and around water. Key responsibilities include instructing lessons in accordance with standards, maintaining certifications, and working a flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends. Competitive pay is offered at $17.00 - $20.00 per hour, alongside bonuses and additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic personality suited for teaching swimming.
• Comfortable in and around water with strong swimming skills preferred.
• Must maintain certifications throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons according to program standards.
• Work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Support the Aquatics Manager and/or Business Owner(s).

Skills

Enthusiastic personality

Customer service skills

Comfortable in and around the water

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Part-Time Swim Instructor – Downtown Houston, Bellaire

• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Bonus based on performance
• Wellness resources

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience ($17.00 - $20.00 per hour) with possible bonus opportunities. Other benefits may include paid training, internal advancement opportunities, birthday off and paid, potential annual PTO and medical benefits, and free gym membership.

The Position

At British Swim School we teach fun, life‑saving swim lessons to children and adults, starting at 3 months old. We emphasize a gentle, progressive program that makes learning enjoyable while ensuring water safety.

Typical Responsibilities

• Report directly to and support the Aquatics Manager and/or Business Owner(s).
• Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training and program standards, maintaining certifications throughout employment.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include evenings (3 pm–7 pm), weekends (8 am–1 pm), and holidays as required by business needs.
• Work in an environment where noise levels are usually moderate to high and be in the water for the duration of the shift.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, equivalent, or in the process of completion.
• Enthusiastic personality.
• Comfortable in and around the water; strong swimming skills are a plus but can be taught.
• Must maintain certifications throughout employment.
• Must complete all required British Swim School Aquatics‑specific training and testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children.
• Swimming experience: 1–2 years preferred but not required.
• Customer service skills: 1 year preferred.
• Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certification(s) preferred (can be obtained during training).

About Us

British Swim School is more than a swim lesson provider. We are dedicated to creating a lasting impact in our communities by teaching life‑saving skills from a young age. Our mission is to ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer.