Swim Instructor

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Job Title: Swim Instructor
Reports to: Aquatics Manager
Status: Part-time, hourly
Location: South Westchester, New York

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Swim Instructor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a strong background in aquatic skills. This role involves instructing individuals of various ages and skill levels in swimming techniques, ensuring safety, and fostering a positive learning environment. The Swim Instructor will play a crucial role in promoting water safety and helping students achieve their swimming goals.


Responsibilities

• Attend staff meetings and ongoing training/coaching as requested by Aquatics Director
• As a swim instructor, you will teach students of all ages in accordance with the British Swim School aquatics program.
• Teach swimming techniques, water safety, and personal water safety skills.
• Monitor students during lessons to ensure safety and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain a positive and encouraging atmosphere to motivate students.
• Lifeguarding and monitoring the pool to ensure safety of students.
• Communicate effectively with students and their parents regarding progress and areas for improvement.
• Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the pool area before, during, and after lessons.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in ongoing training sessions as required.

Requirements

• Previous experience in childcare or working with students is preferred.
• Background in physical education, sports coaching, or related fields is advantageous.
• Teach water-survival and learn-to-swim classes to students of all ages. We start as young as 3 months!
• Ideally, you understand all four swimming strokes and an overall appreciation for the water
• Love working with children and seeing them progress.
• You need to be upbeat and ready to enjoy having fun at work. Having fun is mandatory!
• Weekday availability in the afternoons and evenings, and mornings on the weekend.
• Reliable transportation to any of our locations in South of Westchester area.
• This is a year-round position, and we are looking for longer-term employees. This is not a summer job.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with individuals of all ages.
• Must be able to demonstrate swimming proficiency across various strokes.
• Certification in Lifeguarding/CPR/First Aid is highly desirable.
• Willingness to adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles.

Join us in making a difference by teaching essential swimming skills while promoting safety and confidence in the water!

Each franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee (franchise owner). Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to British Swim School Corporate.