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Location

Houston, Texas

Salary

$15 - $19 / HOUR

Quick overview

The primary duties involve teaching beginner and intermediate swim lessons, emphasizing safety and foundational skills while building positive relationships with students and parents through regular progress communication. Instructors must also maintain a safe environment, adhere to protocols, and engage in ongoing professional development.

Requirements summary

Preferred experience includes a competitive swim background or previous swim instruction experience, with 6 months of instruction experience being preferred but not required. Candidates should ideally possess Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certifications, or be able to pass the requirements for Lifeguard certification, and must commit to at least one year of employment with afternoon and weekend availability.

CompassionCoachingCommunicationPositive AttitudeFocusFeedback ReceptivenessWater Work EnduranceFast-Paced Performance

Job description

Description About Wolfies Swim School Wolfies Swim School is a family-owned and operated instructional swim school dedicated to delivering high-quality lessons and showing appreciation for our team. We’re passionate about teaching swim skills that build confidence and safety in a student-centered environment. At Wolfies, we’re committed to providing you with thorough training and the resources you need to succeed. If you’re looking for a rewarding role with a unique culture, competitive pay, and flexible scheduling, we’d love to have you on board!

  • Key Responsibilities Teach beginner and intermediate swim lessons with a focus on safety and foundational skills.
  • Build positive relationships with students and parents by regularly communicating progress and addressing questions.
  • Maintain a safe and organized environment throughout lessons by adhering to established safety protocols.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development to improve teaching skills and stay up-to-date with curriculum updates.
  • Support the team by participating in meetings, reviewing lesson plans, and collaborating with lead instructors.

Benefits

Paid Training Employee Discounts on Swim Lessons Flexible Scheduling Seasonal, Part-Time, and Full-Time Opportunities Available Available Shifts Weekdays: 2:45 pm – 7:30 pm Saturdays or Sundays: 7:45 am - 1:30 pm Why Join Wolfies? Our instructors are the heart of our school. We offer a supportive and fun work environment where you’ll be appreciated and empowered to make a difference. Join us to inspire confidence in swimmers of all ages and create positive connections with students and families in our community. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

Experience: Competitive swim background highly preferred but not required. Previous experience teaching swim lessons is preferred but not required. 6 months of swim instruction experience preferred (not required).

Certifications

  • Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certifications preferred. If not certified, the candidate must be able to meet the requirements to pass
  • Lifeguard certification, including: Swimming at least 200 yards continuously. Treading water for 2 minutes. Retrieving a 10-pound brick from the bottom of the pool and swimming with it above the surface.
  • Skills and
  • Attributes: Strong communication skills for engaging with students, parents, and colleagues. A caring, compassionate approach with children and adults. Ability to work in the water for up to 5-hour periods. A positive attitude and openness to feedback and coaching. Ability to focus and perform well in a fast-paced environment.

Commitment

Must be able to commit to at least one year of employment. Afternoon and weekend availability required.

Benefits

  • Paid Training
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Employee Discounts on Swim Lessons