Swim Instructor (Summer)

Jcchouston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Houston is seeking a part-time swim instructor for their Learn to Swim program, starting May 2025. The role involves teaching children water safety and swim lessons, with responsibilities including reporting and collaboration in special events. Ideal candidates will have a love for children and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children, preferred teaching swim lessons.
• Certification in lifeguard, CPR, and first aid required within first 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for filling out report cards for the students you teach.
• Provide a fun and safe environment for all swimmers to learn.
• Works with other staff for agency-wide events as necessary.

Skills

Great customer service skills

Ability to work a consistent schedule

Desire to work in a team environment

Love of children and desire to teach

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR, and first aid

American Red Cross WSI preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 5601 S. Braeswood - Houston, TX

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Job Description

Looking for people who love working with children and being in the water that want to help children learn how to become water safe and how to swim in our Learn to Swim program and private lessons.

*This position starts May 2025 and ends August 2025**

Compensation:
– WSI Certified $11-$17/hour based on experience
– Non WSI certified $9-$10.75/hour based on experience

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ADMINISTRATION

1. Responsible for filling out report cards for the students you teach
2. Checks in private lesson usage on a daily basis
3. Answers questions about aquatics classes, schedules and private lessons with current and prospective members
4. Provide a fun and safe environment for all swimmers to learn how to be safe in and around water by providing quality instruction
5. Works with other agency staff for agency-wide special events programs and other events as deemed necessary by supervisor.
6. Other assignments as deemed necessary by the Aquatics Director.

Qualifications

1. Previous experience working with children, preferred teaching swim lessons
2. American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR, and first aid
   1. If do not have certification then must become certified in first 60 days
3. American Red Cross WSI preferred
4. Great customer service skills
5. Desire to work in a team environment
6. Ability to work a consistent schedule
7. A love of children and a desire to teach