SwimSRQ·Sarasota County, Florida
Instruct students in swim skills using a specific curriculum while ensuring the safety of all participants. Build water confidence in students and maintain regular communication with staff and students.
SwimSRQ is the premier swim school in Sarasota, Fl and provides expert swim instruction to the SRQ/LWR community.
We are opening a new location in North Port/Port Charlotte and are looking for 1-2 great instructors to join our team!
Our team helps students build confidence and develop safety skills in a student-centered environment.
We are committed to hiring amazing people and giving them the tools and opportunity to be successful.
This is a diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace.
We pride ourselves in treating our team well, and paying significantly more than other swim schools in the area.
Our philosophy is to hire great people and give them to the freedom to do what they love.
We are a little biased, but we think SwimSRQ is an awesome place to work!
Why Choose SwimSRQ?
We are one of the fastest growing swim schools in the Country with TONS of opportunity to grow within the company.
Amazing company culture.
Highest pay in the market with performance bonuses and incentives.
You get to work with kids, teaching a life skill that could save a life.
It's a fun, creative, friendly environment.
Every day is different with new chances to make a difference in a student's life.
Flexible schedule.
As a swim instructor you are responsible for the safety of each class and teaching swim skills to students using our curriculum.
You will work to build water confidence within your students, encouraging each student to rise to the best of their abilities.
You can expect to be regularly communicating with students and fellow staff members.
You should be someone who welcomes feedback and is a continuous learner.
As a swim instructor you will report to the Deck Supervisor or Site Supervisor during shifts and provide support throughout the pool deck as needed.
We have a fun and rewarding work environment with a great atmosphere for someone who loves teaching and being around water. We offer paid training. Starting wage is negotiable with prior experience. This is a part-time position that requires afternoon/evening and weekend shifts.
Caring and compassion for children and adults Ability to work in the water for periods of up to 4 hours Strong communication skills Great attitude and willingness to be coached The ability to focus in a fast-paced environment
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.
Candidates must have compassion for children and adults and the physical ability to work in water for up to 4 hours. Strong communication skills and a willingness to be coached are essential.
Market context
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