Swim Instructor

About the role

At Foss Swim School (FOSS), Swim Teachers are more than just instructors; they are mentors, educators, and trusted leaders who help students build confidence and life-long safety skills in and around the water. Whether you are beginning your teaching journey or looking to grow within aquatics, FOSS is looking for Swim Teachers who want to grow their skills, build lasting relationships with students and families, and become trusted professionals in the water.

Responsibilities

• Teach 1–4 students per class using hands-on instruction and the FOSS Swim Path curriculum.
• Create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment where students build confidence, skills, and lifelong water safety habits.
• Build strong relationships with students and families by celebrating progress, sharing updates, and creating an experience that keeps swimmers motivated and families confident.
• Collaborate with fellow team members to support school goals and ensure every student receives exceptional instruction.
• Observe student performance, recognize safety risks, and maintain awareness of multiple students at all times.
• Bring energy, enthusiasm, and purpose to every class while helping students reach important milestones.
• Model the FOSS Cultural Pillars: Connect, Collaborate, Empower, and Belong.

Requirements

Are 18+ years old, can lift up to 50 pounds, and are comfortable working in a warm indoor pool. Enjoy working with children and helping others succeed. Build trust through reliability, positivity, and professionalism. Communicate clearly and connect easily with students, families, and teammates. Thrive in a collaborative, inclusive, and customer-focused environment. Adapt quickly and bring energy to every lesson. Are eager to learn and grow as a teacher.

Qualifications

• Basic swim strokes, including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.
• Safely move throughout the pool and remain active in water up to 4 feet deep while teaching, supervising students, and responding to safety situations.
• Read and comprehend written and digital training materials and use a computer to complete online training courses, videos, reading assignments, and assessments.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, stooping, and other movements required to teach and assist students.
• Work safely around pool chemicals, industrial equipment, and other supplies commonly found in an aquatic facility.

Skills

• Positive attitude and ability to build trust with students and families.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and maintain focus under pressure.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k) with company match
• On Demand Pay
• Employee Discount – 25% off Retail
• Free Swim Lessons for Dependents
• Referral Bonuses
• Career Development with Advancement Opportunities
• Virtual Telemedicine and Mental Health Support

Pay

Hourly starting at $19.00+ other earning potential. Compensation Base Pay: starts at $19.00/hour. Additional training earns an increase to base amount. Weekend shifts: +$3.00/hour. Substitute shifts: +$1.00/hour. Quarterly performance bonus potential.

Schedule

Part-time, year-round schedule with a minimum of 10-12 hours per week. Typically, 3 shifts per week, each shift is 3-4-hours. Weekday evening shifts starting around 3:30 p.m. Weekend shifts (Saturday or Sunday). Substitute shifts (+ $1.00/hour).