Life Time Inc.·Rochester Hills, Michigan
Instruct swimming lessons for adults and children while evaluating swimming abilities to assign correct levels. Maintain the cleanliness of aquatic facilities and promote aquatic programs and services to members.
As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment. You will help both adults and children improve their swimming. You will teach life skills to our youngest members and evaluate their swimming ability to establish the correct swim level. You will help to maintain the cleanliness and order of our Aquatics Facilities. Job
Instructs swimming lessons and Aquatics events Responds to member questions, comments, and concerns Provides a safe, clean and organized pool area Promotes and sells all Aquatics programs and services Position Requirements Working towards a High School Diploma or GED CPR, First Aid and Lifeguard Certifications (within 60 days of hire) Complete and pass all Life Time courses when hired Ability to work in a stationery position and move about the club for prolonged periods of time Ability to communicate and exchange information with guests who have inquiries about Life Time products and services Ability to swim 25 yards/meters without stopping Ability to routinely raise to lift more than 20 lbs Preferred Requirements Swim lesson instruction or coaching experience Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications. ABOUT US With over 160 athletic country clubs and offerings for everyone from 90 days to 90 years, Life Time’s comprehensive ecosystem goes beyond the idea of “fitness” to encompass all aspects of well-being. Every career here supports the goal of people living happier, healthier lives. Life Time provides entertaining, educational, friendly and inviting experiences of uncompromising quality that empower everyone to live a healthy and happy life. You belong at Life Time. We promote an inviting community that supports everyone on their path to a healthy way of life.
Candidates should be working toward a high school diploma and obtain CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard certifications within 60 days of hire. Must be able to swim 25 yards/meters without stopping and lift over 20 lbs.
Market context
In Michigan, swim instructor roles are commonly tied to community pools, schools, and recreation programs, where employers look for candidates who can work well with children and communicate clearly. These positions can be competitive because scheduling flexibility, comfort with safety-focused instruction, and a clean background check often matter as much as experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then be ready to highlight child interaction skills and availability during your application.