Swim Lesson Instructor Job at Goldfish Swim School (Fox Chapel)

Job Description

Summary: You will instruct students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum. After each 30 minute lesson, you communicate progress (and celebrate the accomplishments!) with parents and caregivers.

Job Responsibility

Provide swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum & educate students on water safety
Evaluate students' progress, and complete required paperwork in a timely manner
Interact with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students' swim skills
Use problem-solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter
Maintain and ensure proper storage of all pool equipment. Place and remove lane lines and class materials before/after lessons
Perform lifeguard functions and/or light cleaning duties as needed
Attend occasional mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours
Fulfill other duties or responsibilities as assigned by your employer

Requirements

Ability to swim
You'll go through our in-house lifeguard certification program as part of your training and you must pass a basic swim test (50 yards) to complete the course
Ability to perform job functions in a warm, humid setting and chlorinated pool for (lifting, standing for extended periods of time, demonstrating curriculum skills and performing in-water rescues if necessary). This is an in-water position with 4-hour shift times and can be difficult with individuals with certain medical conditions or sensitive skin without proper pre and post shift care
Noise level is usually moderate

What we offer

Employee discounts
Free food & snacks
Free uniforms
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Competitive wage starting at $17- per hour and thorough, paid training to help you feel confident in your abilities
Opportunities to grow with Goldfish! We are actively growing our leadership team of Golden Teachers, Trainers (Golden Buddies) and Deck Supervisors - all you have to do is learn our curriculum, culture and build relationships from within your team
Free swim lessons for children & siblings
Gift cards, swag, staff outings and other rewards like pizza after a long night in the pool
Transferrable skills - Without any extra training, you can continue to build communication skills with people of all ages (children, peers, parents and caregivers and managers) as well as leadership skills that will show your demonstrated ability to maintain responsibility and create a safe, engaging and educational environment as you move forward in your career
Interested in dry-side opportunities? All of our leaders and front desk sales associates began as instructors! We'd be excited to discuss these opportunities with you, too

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