Swim Instructor

Arch Amenities Group • New York, NY

18d • Onsite

About The Position

The Aquatics Instructor provides high-quality swim instruction to individuals and small groups of varying ages and skill levels using a structured swim curriculum. Instructors create a safe, welcoming, and encouraging learning environment while helping participants develop swimming skills, water confidence, and proper water-safety habits. This is a part-time position offering consistent programming and a flexible schedule.

Requirements

• Current Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience teaching swim lessons to children and/or adults.
• Knowledge of American Red Cross swim levels and instructional standards.
• Strong leadership skills and work ethic.
• Positive, enthusiastic, and professional attitude.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, adults, parents, coworkers, and management.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Dependable and responsible, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to anticipate and troubleshoot problems.
• Adaptability and flexibility in stressful or unusual situations.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and motivational approach.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and take initiative.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand for extended periods; walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, and move throughout the aquatic facility; and use hands and arms to operate equipment and assist participants when necessary.
• Ability to safely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in an aquatic environment that may involve exposure to pool chemicals, humidity, noise, heat, and varying indoor/outdoor temperatures.
• Awareness and use of proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Standard First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach multiple levels of swim instruction in accordance with established American Red Cross standards and curriculum.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the skills and requirements associated with each instructional level.
• Provide individual and small-group swim instruction to participants of varying ages and abilities.
• Evaluate swimmers and communicate appropriate class placement and progression to participants and parents.
• Maintain familiarity with registration procedures, class schedules, and aquatic programming.
• Communicate with the reception/front desk team regarding classes, attendance, and programming.
• Prepare certificates, patches, cards, and other materials upon completion of applicable courses.
• Maintain swimmer safety through preventative supervision and identification of potentially hazardous situations.
• Enforce pool rules and regulations professionally, politely, and courteously.
• Respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies in pool and deck areas.
• Maintain knowledge of aquatic programs, schedules, and facility information.
• Maintain a professional appearance and wear the appropriate uniform while on duty.
• Report to scheduled shifts on time and prepared to teach.
• Complete and submit attendance and class records on time.
• Help keep the aquatic area safe, clean, organized, and welcoming.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free Brooklyn Sports Club gym membership
• Flexible scheduling
• Consistent programming and teaching opportunities
• Small class ratios that allow individualized attention
• Resume-building opportunity for individuals pursuing careers in aquatics, recreation, education, fitness, hospitality, or youth programming
• Opportunity to work with swimmers of different ages and skill levels
• Supportive team environment within a large community sports and fitness facility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed