Year-Round Swim Instructor in Brentwood & Antioch

Benefits

• Quarterly team events (offsite)
• Opportunities for gifts and prizes!
• Growth opportunities
• Cost of lifeguard certification will be reimbursed after six months of employment
• Flexible schedules (3-5 hours) convenient for after-school or second jobs
• Fun work environment and culture!
• Employee referral program (Bring a Buddy!)
• Paid training
• Paid birthdays off

Qualifications

• A high school diploma, equivalent, or in the process of completion.
• Previous experience as a swim instructor or lifeguard is preferred.
• Current lifeguard certification and CPR/First Aid certification preferred but not required.
• Previous experience working with children is preferred.
• Previous experience or interest in working with kids with disabilities/special abilities is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with individuals of all ages.
• Knowledge of swimming techniques and water safety.
• Patience, enthusiasm, and a passion for teaching swimming.

About the role

Swim lessons save lives, and British Swim School is on a mission to make the world a safer place. A Swim Instructor plays a vital role in promoting water safety and teaching swimming skills to individuals of various age groups and skill levels. We have two locations, both of which are the 24-Hours Fitnesses in Antioch and Brentwood.

Responsibilities

• Teach water acclimation, survival, and stroke development skills to individuals or groups, focusing on fundamental swimming techniques such as floating, kicking, stroking, and breathing.
• Emphasize water safety principles, including the importance of wearing life jackets, recognizing water hazards, and knowing how to respond to emergencies.
• Evaluate the swimming abilities of participants and adapt instruction to their skill levels, offering guidance and feedback for improvement.
• Develop and organize lesson plans tailored to the needs and goals of each swimmer, ensuring that lessons are engaging and productive.
• Communicate with students and their parents or guardians, providing progress updates and addressing concerns or questions.
• Demonstrate swimming techniques and exercises, both in and out of the water, to help students grasp the correct form and movement.
• Maintain a safe and clean swimming environment, including checking pool equipment and enforcing safety rules.
• Communicate the progress of each student.
• Ensure that participants meet the required standards for various swimming levels and assist in awarding certificates or badges as appropriate.
• Stay current with industry trends, certifications, and teaching methods through ongoing professional development.