Waterworks Aquatics Inc·Sunnyvale, California
Instructors will lead fun and safe swim lessons while celebrating milestones as students gain new skills. They will also communicate with families and management to ensure progress and safety.
🏊♂️ swim instructor – sunnyvale, ca (94085)
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Make a difference every day — and get paid to have fun in the water!
You don’t need to be a competitive swimmer — it’s OK if you’re not a fantastic swimmer. We’ll teach you how to teach. If you’re energetic, love kids, and want a job that matters, we’re the place for you.
We reward our instructors based on performance — the more students on your schedule, the more you’ll earn. Your pay grows as your student base grows, plus monthly lesson bonuses when students re-enroll.
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Waterworks Aquatics is a premier swim school teaching children (ages 3 months and up) and adults how to swim. Our mission is to educate and motivate individuals to be safer and learn proper swimming technique. We believe there’s a swimmer in everyone — and we teach in warm, indoor pools — no shivering!
How you’ll make a splash
Lead fun, safe, goal-oriented swim lessons.
Celebrate every milestone as students gain new skills.
Communicate with families and management to ensure progress and safety.
What you’ll bring
Passion — you love helping kids build confidence and new skills.
Adaptability — you adjust your teaching style to each student.
Self-Responsibility — you come ready to learn and give each lesson your full attention.
Approachability — you’re welcoming, patient, and a clear communicator.
Integrity — you do what’s right, even when no one’s watching.
No prior teaching experience required — we’ll provide full training and mentorship.
At least 18 years old; able to tread water, lift up to 50 lbs, and demonstrate swim techniques safely.
First Aid/CPR/AED (Infant/Child/Adult) — or willingness to obtain with our guidance.
You’ll complete a brief swim assessment during training.
$35.00–$41.01 per hour (average including bonuses).
Performance-based pay: earn more as your student schedule grows.
Monthly lesson bonus opportunities for high student renewals.
Flexible scheduling that fits school and activities.
Clear path to grow through reliability, skill development, and student success.
Perks & benefits
401(k) with company match.
Dental & vision insurance (available for part-time and full-time).
Paid training (all required training is compensated) and regular performance reviews (every six months).
Fun culture: appreciation events, and company parties.
Employee discounts and opportunities for advancement.
🌊 Ready to dive in? Apply today and start making waves with us!
Waterworks Aquatics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status under applicable law. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility upon hire.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and able to tread water, lift up to 50 lbs, and demonstrate swim techniques safely. No prior teaching experience is required as full training and mentorship will be provided.
Market context
In California, swim instructor openings are often tied to year-round aquatics programs, youth lessons, and community recreation needs, so employers typically look for candidates who can teach safely and confidently. This role is competitive because it requires current or obtainable Lifeguard and CPR certifications, plus a swim assessment, and the listed requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your certifications and be ready to describe your teaching approach and comfort working with different age groups.
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