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Swim Instructor and Lifeguard

United States, Closter 16.50 - 20.00 USD / Hour · Job Posted March 01, 2026
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Our swimmers are not only diving into great lessons, our employees are also diving into great opportunities! At Goldfish Swim School, we care about providing top-notch swim lessons and making every moment Golden. We offer part-time hours, a set weekly schedule and a growth track in place to build your skills and achievements. You can grow with Goldfish even if this is your after school or second job.

Job Responsibility

  • Ensuring you and your team are set up for success at every lesson by preparing class materials and reviewing lesson themes
  • Teaching 4 swimmers per class (6 in infant, parent-and-me lessons) through a curriculum of water safety, swim and swimplay skills
  • Communicating progress and celebrating accomplishments with parents and caregivers at the end of class
  • Lifeguarding and supervising lessons as requested or needed
  • Guiding new swimmers through their first days and supporting them as they progress

Requirements

  • Availability for set groups of lessons (no half-shifts or mid-shifts available)
  • Ability to work the same part-time scheduled days every week
  • Must be patient & genuine
  • Must have communication skills to work with children, parents, and team members
  • Ability to do quality work and represent Goldfish Swim School’s mission
  • Doing the right things, making the right decisions and treating people with integrity, compassion and trust
  • Must know how to swim

Nice to have

  • Prior experience as a swim instructor/lifeguard and/or working with kids
  • Prior experience as a Child Care Worker, Camp Counselor, Babysitter or Nanny, Elementary Education or Teachers Aide, Lifeguard or swimmer, Coach or Fitness Instructor, Stay-at-Home Parent, After School Program Staff

What we offer

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free food & snacks
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Paid training
  • Consistent, 4-hour shifts
  • Flexibility to pick up or add extra hours
  • Recognition and rewards (Gift cards, swag, pizza, staff outings, community events, company-sponsored events)
  • Support from leaders and team
  • Growth track from swim instructor to lifeguard, Golden Teacher, Deck Supervisor and beyond

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