Swim Instructor

Overview

A position at British Swim School of Greater Anaheim is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact in the community to ensure “survival of the littlest”.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid training
• Opportunities for internal advancement

At British Swim School of Greater Anaheim, we teach fun swim lessons, but that’s not all. We are a team of fun-loving people who are serious about saving lives and having fun while doing it. We are seeking an enthusiastic Swim Instructor who is passionate about water safety, loves working with children, and believes that learning should be joyous and engaging.

Our unique teaching approach incorporates fun and singing into our swim lessons, creating an unforgettable experience for both students and instructors.

Videos referenced in the original posting are available for viewing on our site;
Tadpole and Turtle 1 programs illustrate our approach to water acclimation and advanced water survival.

Working at British Swim School of Greater Anaheim, you will notice that we look for bright, energetic people who are willing to roll up their sleeves, take on new assignments, and juggle many things at once while happily asking, “is that all you’ve got?”

• In return for your efforts, you’ll have an opportunity to work for a fast-growing, creative, and culture-driven company with opportunities for growth. You’ll also help promote a life-changing learning experience and growing team every day.

Being a swim instructor, you will be provided the training to teach swim lessons to children and adults, starting at 3-months old, following the British Swim School aquatics program that is gentle, fun, and progressive. You will be assigned to a class schedule developed by managers and interact with swimmers and parents/guardians.

Your Typical Responsibilities:

• Reports directly to and supports the Aquatics Manager/Lead and/or Business Owner(s).
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training and program standards, ensuring a safe, engaging, and educational environment for swimmers of all ages and abilities and maintaining certifications throughout employment.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include evenings (3pm-7pm), weekends (8am–1pm), and holidays as required by business needs.
• Work in an environment where noise levels are usually moderate to high and be in the water for the duration of the shift.
• Infuse each lesson with energy, excitement, and entertainment, incorporating songs and games to enhance the learning experience.
• Monitor student progress, providing encouragement and constructive feedback to foster their development and confidence in the water.
• Maintain a positive and supportive atmosphere that promotes student engagement and retention.
• Collaborate with the rest of the team to continuously improve the teaching methods and overall customer experience.

• Bilingual preferred, not required (English/Spanish)
• High school diploma, equivalent, or in the process of completion
• Enthusiastic personality
• Comfortable in and around the water; strong swimming skills are a plus but can be taught and developed
• Must maintain certifications throughout the length of employment
• Must complete all required British Swim School Aquatics-specific training and testing

• Experience working with children
• Swimming experience: 1–2 years preferred but not required
• Customer service skills: 1 year preferred

Here at British Swim School, we are more than just a fun, surface-level swim lesson provider. We strive to make a substantial impact within our communities to combat the tragically high child drowning statistics. We invest in quality team members to teach our lessons with the mindset that we are two schools in one, a survival school first and a learn-to-swim school second.

As a result, we can support our mission “to ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer”.