Swim Teacher - PAID TRAINING

Job Title: Swim Instructor

Reports to: Deck Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Our team is growing, and we are looking for team players who are enthusiastic, have a can‑do perspective, and enjoy working with kids. We provide paid on‑the‑job training, flexible scheduling, a rewarding work environment, and a one‑of‑a‑kind culture that will make you smile too!

Instruct students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum. Work with team to prepare progress reports, communicate abilities and strengths/weakness with parents and caregivers.

• Provides swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum
• Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents; rescues and administers first aid when necessary
• Inspects pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues
• Evaluates students’ progress and completes paperwork timely
• Advances through cross‑training in multiple roles and substitutes when necessary
• Acts as a GSS “ambassador” to provide a Golden Experience to our students, families, and team members

• Ability to work with children
• Prior related leadership and teaching experience is preferred (supervisory roles)
• Problem solver and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must pass background examinations prior to training

High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required. Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider not required but preferred and certification will be provided. Swimming experience is preferred but not required. We will train the right candidates.

Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred but not required and will be provided upon acceptance of employment. FREE PAID TRAINING to receive certifications.

While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat and humidity. Noise level is usually moderate.

• Competitive hourly pay
• Paid training
• Growth opportunities
• Flexible schedule
• Free swim lessons for family members

Each Goldfish Swim School is an independently owned and operated franchise. The respective Franchisee is the employer at each Goldfish Swim School location. Each franchisee can set their own wages, benefit programs and terms and conditions of employment, which may vary at each Goldfish Swim School location.