Children's Swim Instructor & Lifeguard

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms

Check out Goldfish Swim School!

Were a rapidly growing, award winning franchise that is not your typical company. We change lives. We help children reach their goals.

We wear flip flops. We work in a 90-degree pool. We love our employees and reward hard work with shout awards, gift cards and fun social events! We offer paid training and flexible shifts that are perfect for students or folks who want to grab extra hours without working late nights.

Even better? Due to the rapid growth of our school, advancement opportunities exist for the right candidate.

Benefits :

• Leadership roles
• Flexible hours
• Great pay
• Valuable work experience
• Future references / referrals

Requirements :

• Ability to work with children
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills

Job Title : Swim Instructor & Lifeguard

Reports to : Deck Supervisor

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Summary : Instructs students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.

Under general supervision, ensures the safety of patrons of Goldfish Swim School by preventing and responding to emergencies.

Wears the required Goldfish Swim School uniform while on duty.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provides swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.
• Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents. Makes rescues and administers first aid when necessary.
• Evaluates students progress, and completes required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Interacts with parents / guardians on the activities and development of students swim skills.
• Acts as a GSS ambassador to ensure parental satisfaction.
• Uses problem solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter.
• Inspects pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues. Reports issues to management as appropriate.
• Maintains and ensures proper storage of all pool equipment. Places and removes lane lines.
• Reports accidents and incidents to management. Completes required documentation and paperwork.
• Performs Deck Teacher duties as needed.
• Performs light cleaning duties such as window washing, deck mopping, trash removal etc. on occasion.
• Attend required / mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours.
• Fulfills other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Employer.
• Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of an accident or emergency.
• Communicates the rules of the facility to patrons fairly and consistently.
• Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
• Ensures that medical services (EMS or other) are contacted by appropriate means when necessary to respond to an emergency.
• Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintains a high standard of customer service.
• Completes accident / incident reports as necessary.
• Maintains a clean and safe facility as directed / assigned.
• Assists with closing and securing the facility.
• Fulfills other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Employer.

Education / Experience : High school diploma or GED is preferred. Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor / coach, camp counselor and / or childcare provider is a bonus.

Swimming experience preferred.

Certificates and Licenses : Lifeguard Shallow Water level Ellis and Associates certification required; training provided

Work Environment : While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat and humidity. Noise level is usually moderate.