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Swim Instructor

Goldfish Swim School - Columbia

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#Customer Service#CPR#AED#Swim Instructor#Water Safety#Child Development#Curriculum#Pool Maintenance#Lifeguard Certification
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Part TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$17 - $19 / HOURPosted 1 month ago

Location

Howard County, Maryland

Salary

$17 - $19 / HOUR

Quick overview

Instruct students on water safety and proper swim techniques using the Goldfish Swim School curriculum. Communicate student progress to parents and maintain pool equipment and cleanliness.

Requirements summary

Must be able to work with children and complete lifeguard, CPR, and AED certifications. Ability to work in a warm, humid, chlorinated pool environment is required.

CommunicationCustomer ServiceOrganizational SkillsProblem SolvingCPRCurriculum ImplementationCreative ThinkingChildcareLifeguardingWater SafetySwim InstructionAED

Job description

Benefits

Employee discounts Free food & snacks Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Training & development Our swimmers are diving into great lessons and our employees are diving into great opportunities! We’re now hiring year-round, part-time instructors with leadership opportunities available within your first 3-6 months. Yes, you can grow with Goldfish even if this is your after school or second job to help your future career!

  • Who are we?
  • We change lives.
  • We help children reach their goals.
  • We wear flip flops.
  • We work in a 90-degree pool.
  • We practice our core values as much as we practice our swim skills.
  • We love our employees and reward hard work with shout awards, gift cards and fun social events!
  • We offer paid training and a set weekly schedule that’s perfect for students or individuals who want to grab extra hours without working late nights.

Benefits

Growth opportunities with frequent & regular pay increases as you grow your skills Set weekly schedule - always know when you’re working Thorough, paid training with lifeguard certification included Great pay ($17-$19 per hour) Valuable work experience Social opportunities Future references/referrals Free swim lessons for children & siblings Weekday lessons end at 8:00pm (no late nights), no Saturday/Sunday nights

Requirements

Ability to work with children Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to complete lifeguard, CPR & AED certification class as part of training and work scheduled shifts as a lifeguard Ability to perform job functions in a warm, humid setting and chlorinated pool (lifting, standing for extended periods of time, demonstrating curriculum skills and performing in-water rescues if necessary). Noise level is usually moderate

Summary

You will instruct students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum. After each 30 minute lesson, you communicate progress (and celebrate the accomplishments!) with parents and caregivers.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum Educate students on safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents Evaluate students’ progress, and complete required paperwork in a timely manner Interact with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students’ swim skills Use problem-solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter Maintain and ensure proper storage of all pool equipment. Place and remove lane lines and class materials before/after lessons Perform light cleaning duties such as window washing, deck mopping, trash removal etc. on occasion Attend occasional mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours Fulfill other duties or responsibilities as assigned by your employer Our Core Values: We go above and beyond with every detail to create a GOLDEN experience We believe in nurturing a culture that provides WOW customer service We do the right things, make the right decisions and treat people with Integrity, Compassion and Trust We meet and exceed expectations so you see Extraordinary Results We make a big deal out of life’s accomplishments by remembering to Celebrate!

Visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZTVvr5AgIA&t=33s to see what real instructors are saying about Goldfish Swim School

  • At Goldfish Swim School - Columbia, our core values are at the heart of everything we do and are behind every decision we make, both in water and in life.
  • That includes the commitment to treating all people with integrity, compassion and trust.
  • We’re dedicated to building a team who is diverse in background, identity, perspective, culture and experience.
  • As a proud equal opportunity employer, we value the qualities and characteristics that make you who you are.
  • If you think you can see yourself as part of the GOLDEN Experience, we encourage you to continue and apply!

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Benefits

  • Employee discounts
  • Paid training
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Regular pay increases
  • Free uniforms
  • Training & development
  • Free food & snacks
  • Lifeguard certification
  • Social opportunities
  • Set weekly schedule
  • Free swim lessons for children & siblings

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Goldfish Swim School - Columbia

Goldfish Swim School - Columbia is hiring for education-focused roles in Howard County, Maryland. It operates in wellness and fitness services. Team size: 11-50 employees. Headquarters: Columbia, Maryland. This opening is listed as part_time.

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IndustryWellness and Fitness Services
Size11-50 employees
HQColumbia, Maryland

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Market context

Swim instructors are needed in Maryland

Maryland swim instructor roles often reflect steady demand from pools, recreation centers, schools, and community programs that need staff who can teach water safety and basic technique. These jobs are competitive because employers look for current Lifeguarding, BLS CPR, and First Aid certifications, plus the ability to swim 25 meters without stopping and lift up to 20 lbs. Before applying, confirm your certifications are current and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time reading the original posting.

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