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Swim Instructor

Dedham Health & Athletic Complex·Dedham, Massachusetts

$15 - $16/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The Swim Instructor teaches private and group lessons to various ages and skill levels while ensuring participant safety. They are also responsible for maintaining a clean pool environment and delivering high-quality customer service.

Company Description Dedham Health & Athletic Complex has proudly served Boston and the South Shore for over 35 years, including Westwood, Newton, Needham, Brookline, Hyde Park, West Roxbury, Norwood, and Jamaica Plain.

Our mission is to be recognized as the premier health and wellness facility in the Northeast, offering programs that support medical wellness, adult recreation and fitness, family fun and fitness, and outdoor summer recreation.

Our dedicated staff provides exceptional service and expert instruction in a safe, enjoyable, and motivational environment, creating extraordinary experiences for every member and guest.

We are always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team.

If you’re ready to be part of an exciting and supportive work environment, we encourage you to apply!

Dedham Health & Athletic Complex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

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Job Description

Swim Instructor The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching private, semi-private, and group swim lessons for members and guests, following established facility policies and procedures. Instructors play a key role in ensuring participant safety while fostering confidence, skill development, and a love of swimming. This role also requires maintaining a clean and safe pool environment and supporting the overall aquatics program.

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Responsibilities

  • Teach swim lessons for a variety of ages and skill levels
  • Ensure safety and proper use of pool facilities and deck areas
  • Attend required staff trainings and team meetings
  • Deliver outstanding customer service to members, guests, and families

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Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a swim instructor preferred
  • Willing to train the right candidates
  • Current certifications preferred:
  • Lifeguard
  • Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
  • CPR/AED/First Aid
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Positive, enthusiastic, and motivating personality
  • Passion for swimming and teaching children
  • Safety- and customer-service–focused mindset

Requirements

Preferred candidates have at least 2 years of experience and certifications in Lifeguarding, WSI, and CPR/AED/First Aid. A positive, motivating personality and a passion for teaching children are essential.

  • professional certificate
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication
  • Customer Service
  • CPR
  • First Aid
  • Water Safety
  • Swim Instruction
  • AED
  • Child Instruction

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$15 - $16/hr
Location
Dedham, Massachusetts
Posted
Jun 8, 2026
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Hiring organization

Dedham Health & Athletic Complex

Dedham Health & Athletic Complex is more than a health club. We offer a variety of services related to fitness and recreation, physical therapy, medical services, spa services, and swimming. One of our main attractions include a 25-meter lap pool, but we also offer a fully...

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IndustryWellness and Fitness Services
TypeSelf-Owned
Size201-500 employees
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Market context

Swim instructor roles are often seasonal

In Massachusetts, swim instructor openings often reflect steady demand from pools, YMCAs, and community programs, especially where youth lessons and water-safety instruction are priorities. This role is competitive because it requires current CPR, AED, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certifications, plus the ability to demonstrate YMCA-standard strokes and skills. Before applying, confirm your certifications are current and note that the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save you research time.

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