Swim instructor

One and Only Fitness Consulting•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Swim Instructor provides swimming instruction to gym members and guests of different ages and skill levels. The instructor creates a safe, welcoming, and encouraging learning environment while helping students build confidence, improve their swimming techniques, and develop water-safety skills. The role requires strong communication, patience, dependability, and close awareness of pool conditions, along with adherence to facility policies and pool-safety standards. The instructor teaches and adapts lessons to students’ abilities and goals, tracks progress, and communicates with parents, guardians, and adult students. The overall goal is to provide a safe, enjoyable, and educational experience that helps each student become more confident and capable in the water.

Requirements

Strong swimming ability and knowledge of proper swimming techniques.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to teach and interact with children and adults.
Patience, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
Strong awareness of water safety and emergency procedures.
Dependability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
Ability to work independently while following facility policies.
Current CPR/AED certification, which must remain current throughout employment.
Current First Aid certification, which must remain current throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Previous swimming instruction or coaching experience.
Lifeguard certification (may be required depending on assigned duties and facility policy).
Swim instructor certification, such as American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor.

Responsibilities

Teach swimming lessons to children and adults of varying ages and skill levels.
Develop and follow lesson plans suited to each swimmer’s abilities and goals.
Teach fundamental skills including floating, breathing techniques, kicking, strokes, and water confidence.
Help swimmers improve technique, endurance, coordination, and overall ability.
Adapt instruction to different learning styles and skill levels, and provide encouragement and constructive feedback.
Track student progress and communicate improvements and development areas to parents or members.
Monitor swimmers and conditions in the assigned teaching area, maintain appropriate supervision, and never leave students unattended.
Follow pool-safety rules, emergency procedures, and facility guidelines; identify and address or report hazards.
Ensure students understand and follow pool rules, and know the facility’s emergency action plan and response procedures for aquatic emergencies.
Immediately report accidents, injuries, and safety concerns to management.
Create a friendly, professional environment and communicate with parents, guardians, and adult students about lessons and progress.
Maintain positive member relationships, represent the gym professionally, and refer concerns requiring management assistance to the appropriate supervisor.