Swim Instructor - Part Time

Doylestown•Warrington, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Goldfish Swim School is a rapidly growing, award-winning franchise that is not your typical company. They change lives and help children reach their goals. The work environment includes wearing flip flops and working in a 90-degree pool. They offer paid training and flexible shifts, which are perfect for students or individuals looking for extra hours without working late nights. Due to the rapid growth of the school, advancement opportunities exist for the right candidate. The role involves instructing students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.

Requirements

Ability to work with children
Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
Must pass background examinations (included with training)
High school diploma or GED is preferred.
Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider required.
Two or more years as a swimming instructor required.
Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification required.

Nice To Haves

Swimming experience preferred.
Shallow water attendant highly recommended.

Responsibilities

Provides swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.
Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents.
Makes rescues and administers first aid when necessary.
Evaluates students’ progress, and completes required paperwork in a timely manner.
Interacts with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students’ swim skills.
Acts as a GSS “ambassador” to ensure parental satisfaction.
Uses problem solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter.
Inspects pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues.
Reports issues to management as appropriate.
Maintains and ensures proper storage of all pool equipment.
Places and removes lane lines.
Reports accidents and incidents to management.
Completes required documentation and paperwork.
Performs Deck Teacher duties as needed.
Performs light cleaning duties such as window washing, deck mopping, trash removal etc. on occasion.
Attend required/mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours.
Fulfills other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Employer.