Swim Instructor

$38,480 - $45,760/Yr

In-Shape Health Clubs - Vacaville, CA

Part-time - Entry Level

Vacaville, CA

Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries

About the position

The Swim Instructor position at In-Shape involves teaching swimming and water safety to members of all ages. The role requires planning and delivering age-appropriate lessons while ensuring a safe and engaging environment for participants. Instructors must communicate effectively with both participants and their parents, maintain safety standards, and contribute to a positive member experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim classes to the standards set by In-Shape.
• Maintain a safe environment by implementing safety policies and procedures.
• Engage with swim participants of all ages.
• Communicate effectively with participant parents.
• Complete program session trackers and distribute them to participants and parents.
• Enforce safety standards and notify management of potential hazards.
• Monitor and report equipment issues.
• Enforce pool rules, regulations, and program standards.
• Advise management on discipline or ejection of members from the pool facility.
• Complete all required records and reports, including Member Incidents.
• Keep the pool deck and facility clean.
• May be required to lifeguard and teach private or group swim lessons.
• Assist in building a community of members through a consistent experience.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain it within 60 days of hire.
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain it within 60 days of hire.
• Availability to work mornings, evenings, and weekends based on swim class schedules.
• Previous experience is helpful but not required.
• Flexible and positive attitude in meeting member expectations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and time constraints.
• Ability to follow written instructions and complete basic forms.
• Successful completion of a basic swim assessment is required.
• Ability to swim 100 meters of freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke, and butterfly.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.
• High regard for safety.
• Attendance at team meetings and trainings as required.
• Trustline registration is required, which In-Shape will facilitate.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual skills

Benefits

• Free health club membership
• Casual work environment
• Discount on in-club retail items
• Opportunity for growth and professional development
• 401(k) savings plan