Swim Instructor

Overview

Here at British Swim School of Downtown Denver, 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.

Our mission is to ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer.

• Competitive pay based on experience with possible bonus opportunities ($20.00 – $22.00 per hour)
• Paid training
• Opportunities for internal advancement
• Birthday off and paid

At British Swim School we teach fun swim lessons while serious about saving lives. We look for bright, energetic people 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, you’ll have the opportunity to work for a fast‑growing, creative, and culture‑driven company with prudent growth opportunities.

You’ll help promote a life‑changing learning experience and growing team every day.

As a swim instructor you will be trained to teach 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 a class schedule developed by managers and interact with swimmers, parents, and/or guardians.

Your Typical Responsibilities:

• Reports directly to and supports the Aquatics Manager and/or Business Owner(s).
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training and program standards, maintaining certifications throughout employment.
• Works a flexible schedule that may include evenings (3 pm–7 pm), weekends (8 am–1 pm), and holidays as required by business needs.
• Works in an environment where noise levels are moderate to high and is in the water for the duration of the shift.

• 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.
• Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR, AED certifications preferred (but can be obtained during training).

We are a fun‑loving team dedicated to promoting water safety and a lifelong love of the water. Most of our students are preschool and elementary‑aged kids, and we empower parents and caregivers with confidence in their children’s water skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.