Swim Instructor

Big Sky Fitness

Swim Instructor

Farmington, CT
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Competitive salary

    Employee discounts

    Flexible schedule

    Training & development

    Job description Are you searching for a job that’s genuinely fun? Do you dream of wearing flip-flops at work all year round? Want to gain life-saving experience and make a real difference in the community? If so, we want YOU! Join the Big Sky Swim Program and dive into an exciting career! Voted #1 Gyms in Hartford County 20+ years in a row!

    We value our employees and reward their hard work! We offer paid training and flexible shifts - making this a great role for students, parents or anyone who wants to pick up some extra hours without working late nights.

    Compensation and Benefits:

    ● Paid Training

    ● Year-round employment with flexible hours

    ● Employee Discount

    ● A fun place to work

    ● Valuable work experience

    ● Increased social opportunities

    ● An opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.

    ● Compensation: $16-$25 per hour

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    ● Provide swim instruction.

    ● Build effective, authentic relationships with students and parents.

    ● Enforce safety rules and regulations.

    ● 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.

    ● Inspect pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues. Reports issues to management as appropriate.

    ● Maintain and ensure proper storage of all pool equipment. Places and removes lane lines.

    ● Perform light cleaning duties such as window washing, pool vacuuming, etc…

    ● Attend mandatory meetings/training outside of regular working hours.

    ● Weekday and weekend availability.

    Qualifications:

    ● Excellent communication and organizational skills

    ● Enthusiastic Personality

    ● 16 years or older

    ● No prior teaching experience necessary, but a willingness to learn and have fun is a must!

    Certificates and Licenses: American Red Cross- Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certifications are required within 90 days of hire.

    Work Environment: Swim instructors spend the majority of their working time in the pool with students.