Swim Instructor

Swim Instructor

Join the Chelsea Piers team as a part‑time Swim Instructor. We offer excellent facilities and opportunities for growth.

We seek enthusiastic and reliable instructors to serve children in the evening and weekend sessions over a 12‑week trimester.

Pay: $18–$24 per hour commensurate with experience. Part‑time: 1 weekday evening (4:00–6:00 pm) and 1 weekend morning (8:00–12:00 pm).

• Instruct swim classes in the water with safety and engagement at all levels.
• Follow the Chelsea Piers Swim School curriculum and demonstrate in‑water drills and the four competitive strokes confidently.
• Check in at the aquatic front desk ahead of time, set up teaching area, and start and finish each class on schedule.
• Structure classes based on swimmers’ skill level, communicate technical points clearly and age‑appropriately.
• Support fellow instructors, remain flexible for class needs or pool assignments.
• Prepare each lesson with knowledge of students’ abilities, track progress, and keep accessible lesson notes.
• Complete progress reports and report cards by program deadlines.
• Communicate private‑lesson procedures to clients, covering pricing, availability, and booking in Exerp.
• Participate in ongoing training as needed.

• Prior experience as a competitive swimmer or teaching swim lessons preferred, but not required.
• Ability to teach the Chelsea Piers Swim School curriculum effectively.
• Comfortable working with children of all ages and abilities.
• Work in and around water for at least 3.5 hours per session.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal abilities.
• Creative problem‑solving skills and quick adaptation in a dynamic environment.
• Capable of multitasking and making thoughtful, timely decisions under pressure.
• Proactive, responsive attitude with a strong sense of urgency.
• Physical ability to hold or carry children of all weights and lengths in the water as needed.

This position is based at Chelsea Piers Athletic Club in Stamford, CT. Chelsea Piers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.