Swim Instructor

Little Flippers Swim•Queen Creek, AZ

9h•$16 - $18

About The Position

Little Flippers Swim is looking for an experienced, year-round swim instructor who's passionate about helping kids feel confident and safe in the water. This role is perfect for someone who's confident in the water, enjoys connecting with kids and families, and believes teaching swim skills can truly change lives. As a small, local business, we value teamwork, positivity, and people who want to grow with us.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
Enjoys working with children
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment
Ability to demonstrate skills as required for class content and use teaching aids such as kick boards, dive rings, etc...
Ability to work independently and demonstrate energy and enthusiasm
Ability to problem solve and use creative thinking
Ability to pass a pre-employment practical skills test in water
Current CPR/AED certificate or willing to become CPR certified within 30 days of hire
Ability to work in up to 90 degree water for up to 4 hours
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, including moving equipment and physically assisting students in/out of the water
Ability to work in a cold, hot (outside temp ranges from 45 - 115 degrees) and noisy environment
Ability to climb in and out of the pool
Ability to tread water for 5 minutes or more
Available for afternoon/evening and weekend shifts

Nice To Haves

Customer service or hospitality experience
Previous aquatics/instructor experience
Previous or current personal swim experience

Responsibilities

Responsible for teaching all swim lesson participants using the Little Flippers Swim curriculum
Begin and end class on time, remaining afterwards to answer participant and/or parent questions
Focus on educating participants on proper technique and promote swimmer safety
Provide for the health and safety of participants by ensuring that teaching and practice areas are free of hazards and that equipments is in safe, working order
Immediately report any safety issues and/or concerns to the designated manager
Consistently follow all safety rules, pool rules, and regulations
Respond to all accidents and/or emergencies in accordance with Little Flippers Swim approved protocols
Consistently present a professional experience and courteous attitude, maintaining high standards of customer service
Provide on-time submissions of skills assessments, certificates, and attendance via the staff portal
Attend mandatory meetings and instructor development trainings as scheduled
Wear appropriate attire when representing Little Flippers Swim
Complete other duties as assigned