Swim Instructor and Lifeguard

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Key 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.

Requirements Summary

Ability to work with children Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills Must have or be willing to obtain lifeguard shallow water attendant certification along with CPR,

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Benefits:

Training & development
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule

SWIM INSTRUCTOR - PAID Training provided!
Earn $15 to $17!

Goldfish offers:

Competitive pay earning up to $15 to $17 per hour
Paid training with no previous swim experience required
Comprehensive health insurance for full-time team members
Multiple growth opportunities in management
Robust employee referral incentive program

Other benefits:

Leadership roles
Flexible hours
Valuable work experience
Increased social opportunities
Future references/referrals

Requirements:

Ability to work with children
Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
Must have or be willing to obtain lifeguard shallow water attendant certification along with CPR, First Aid, and AED certification. (Details on this will be provided during the interview process)

Job Title: Swim Instructor

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.

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.

Education/Experience: Must be 16 years of age or older. High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required. Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare preferred.

Background: Goldfish employees come from a variety of backgrounds. Here are a few examples:

Childcare
Camp Counselor
Fitness Instructor
High School Student
College Student
Sports Coaches
Fast Food Industry
Retail Industry
Service Industry

Certificates and Licenses: Must obtain Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification through Ellis & Associates within 90 days of hire. You will be offered course times upon hire. We have trained lifeguard instructors on staff to assist in completing this certification.

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

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