Swim Instructor

Goldfish Swim School is looking for a patient, energetic, and student-centered Swim Instructor to teach kids foundational water safety and swim skills, build genuine connections with students and their families, and take real ownership of each child's progress. Duties include delivering swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum, enforcing safety rules, evaluating student progress, communicating with parents, maintaining pool equipment, and assisting with light cleaning. Part-time, non-exempt position located in Oakdale.

Responsibilities

Deliver swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum; Enforce safety rules and regulations on the pool deck daily; Accurately evaluate student progress and complete skill evaluations on time; Connect with parents and guardians after lessons to share student updates, celebrate wins, and address concerns with care; Use creative problem-solving to help students work through challenges and keep progressing; Maintain and properly store all pool equipment, including placing and removing lane lines; Assist with light cleaning duties such as deck mopping, window washing, and trash removal as needed

Requirements

Reliable, upbeat, and ready to show up with energy every shift; Eagerness to obtain a Lifeguard certification and a desire to grow; Comfortable and confident in the water; A natural communicator who connects easily with kids and puts parents at ease; Detail-oriented with the ability to track multiple students' progress accurately; Must be available for evening and weekend shifts

Nice to have

Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports coach, camp counselor, or childcare provider, or similar; Swimming experience strongly preferred

Benefits

Paid training; Flexible schedules; Mentorship and leadership training; Career growth opportunities; Fun tropical work environment; Opportunity to make a community impact