Swim Instructor
About the role
Teach swim lessons to children, starting at 3 months old, following an established program that is gentle, fun & progressive.
Work a schedule that typically includes Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (3:00 - 7:00pm) and Saturday / Sunday (9:00am - 1:00pm)
Report directly to and support the Aquatics Manager and / or Business Owner
Responsibilities
- Teach swim lessons to children, starting at 3 months old, following an established program that is gentle, fun & progressive
- Work a schedule that typically includes Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (3:00 - 7:00pm) and Saturday / Sunday (9:00am - 1:00pm)
- Report directly to and support the Aquatics Manager and / or Business Owner
Requirements
- A high school diploma, equivalent, or in the process of completion.
- An enthusiastic personality - enjoy working with children
- Comfortable in and around the water. Strong swimming skills are a plus but can be taught and developed!
- Maintain certifications throughout the length of employment
- Complete all required British Swim School Aquatics-specific training and testing
- Swimming experience: 1-2 years preferred but not required.
- Customer service skills: 1 year preferred but not required.
- Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certification(s) preferred (but can be obtained during training)
Qualifications
- High school diploma, equivalent, or in the process of completion.
- Enthusiastic personality - enjoy working with children
- Comfortable in and around the water. Strong swimming skills are a plus but can be taught and developed!
- Maintain certifications throughout the length of employment
- Complete all required British Swim School Aquatics-specific training and testing
- Swimming experience: 1-2 years preferred but not required.
- Customer service skills: 1 year preferred but not required.
- Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certification(s) preferred (but can be obtained during training)
Skills
- None specifically listed, but strong communication and customer service skills are beneficial.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience and with possible opportunities for bonuses (employee / student referrals)
- Paid training to teach swim lessons to children and adults
- Free uniforms (logo rash guards)
- Opportunities for advancement (training & development)
- Birthday off and paid!
Pay
Competitive pay based on experience and with possible opportunities for bonuses (employee / student referrals)
Schedule
Typical schedule includes Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (3:00 - 7:00pm) and Saturday / Sunday (9:00am - 1:00pm)
Company Information
We are excited to extend the British Swim School presence in the Palatine area
We are looking for individuals passionate about helping people become safe & happy swimmers!
British Swim School is more than just a fun, surface-level swim lesson provider.
British Swim School is a survival school and a learn-to-swim school.
We invest in quality team members to teach our lessons.
We strive to make a substantial impact within our communities to combat the tragically high child drowning statistics.
Working at British Swim School is more than just a job; it’s a chance to create a lasting impact that could change a child's life.
As part of the British Swim School Team, you play a role in your local community, empowering others and sharing your passion.
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.