Swim Instructor

Goldfish Swim School - Columbia • MD

139d • $16 - $18

About The Position

You will instruct students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum. After each 30 minute lesson, you communicate progress (and celebrate the accomplishments!) with parents and caregivers.

Requirements

• Ability to work with children
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to complete lifeguard, CPR & AED certification class as part of training and work scheduled shifts as a lifeguard
• Ability to perform job functions in a warm, humid setting and chlorinated pool (lifting, standing for extended periods of time, demonstrating curriculum skills and performing in-water rescues if necessary). Noise level is usually moderate

Responsibilities

• Provide swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum
• Educate students on safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents
• Evaluate students’ progress, and complete required paperwork in a timely manner
• Interact with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students’ swim skills
• Use problem-solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter
• Maintain and ensure proper storage of all pool equipment. Place and remove lane lines and class materials before/after lessons
• Perform light cleaning duties such as window washing, deck mopping, trash removal etc. on occasion
• Attend occasional mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours
• Fulfill other duties or responsibilities as assigned by your employer

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Growth opportunities with frequent & regular pay increases as you grow your skills
• Set weekly schedule - always know when you’re working
• Thorough, paid training with lifeguard certification included
• Great pay ($16-$18 per hour)
• Valuable work experience
• Social opportunities
• Future references/referrals
• Free swim lessons for children & siblings
• Weekday lessons end at 8:00pm (no late nights), no Saturday/Sunday nights

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level