Swim Instructor/Lifeguard Job at Goldfish Swim School (Winter Park)

Job Description

If you love working with children and want to have a blast when you come to work, Goldfish is the place for you! We have a wonderful warm and tropical atmosphere that will make you smile every day when you come to work. We wear flip flops, we sing on the job, we give high fives freely, but most importantly, we love our employees and reward them for their hard work. We are currently hiring multiple energetic Swim Instructors who have a passion for kids and the water. Must be able to work 2 shifts per week (min 8-10 hours) and be available 1 weekend day minimum. Prior swim experience is not necessary, but a willingness to learn and have FUN is a must!

Job Responsibility

Making a difference in children's lives by teaching them life skills including swimming, diving, floating, treading water, and even how to be brave, building confidence, and celebrating each small success
Being fun and positive at all times
Providing continuous feedback to students and parents weekly after lessons
Ensuring swimmer safety during class and encouraging students to follow the 'Golden Safety Rules'
Once per month required to attend paid in-service & training outside of regular working hours
Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility
acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of an accident or emergency
Communicate the rules of the facility to patrons fairly and consistently
Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services
Ensures that medical services (EMS or other) are contacted by most appropriate means when necessary to respond to an emergency
Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintains a high standard of customer service
Completes accident/incident reports as necessary
Maintains a clean and safe facility as directed/assigned
Assists with closing and securing the facility

Requirements

Must be able to work 2 shifts per week (min 8-10 hours) and be available 1 weekend day minimum
Prior swim experience is not necessary, but a willingness to learn and have FUN is a must
Experience working with children
Relate well to children, parents, team members, and have great communication skills
Must have or obtain AED/CPR/First Aid certifications as a condition of employment within 90 days
Shallow Water Lifeguard certification - Ellis preferred, Red Cross accepted
Required to attend monthly trainings to keep up with certifications
Outgoing and energetic personality
Friendly, positive attitude
Strong work ethic
Dependable, punctual, detail-oriented, and well organized
Ability to multi-task
Focused on SAFETY
Flexible and able to adapt to company growth and evolving responsibilities
Must be comfortable working with and around young children

Nice to have

Previous swim instruction or swim coach experience preferred for teaching position, but not required
Shallow Water Lifeguard certification - Ellis preferred

What we offer

Paid Training
Flexible Schedules
All Are Welcome
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