Goldfish Swim School - Needham
Location
Needham, Massachusetts
Salary
$17 - $19 / HOUR
Teach swim lessons to children aged 4 months to 12 years using a play-based curriculum. Ensure a safe learning environment and communicate progress effectively to families.
Candidates must be at least 16 years old with strong communication skills and reliability. Experience in swim instruction, lifeguarding, or childcare is preferred, along with CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
Opportunity for advancement Training & development Goldfish Swim School is looking for confident, dependable Swim Instructors who will play a key part in advancing our mission to teach all children how to be safe in and around the water! In this role, you're not just teaching kids how to swim. You will make a real, life-changing impact by teaching life-saving water safety skills, all while creating a fun, positive experience for families! Whether you're an experienced swim instructor, a lifeguard looking to stay in the water, or someone ready to take on a rewarding career, we'd love to meet you. Are you ready to splash into the fun at our 90-degree pool? Join the Goldfish Swim School - Needham Crew!
What You'll Do Teach swim lessons to children ages 4 months -12 years old using Goldfish's proven, play based curriculum Create a safe and positive learning environment Communicate clearly with families about swimmer's progress Maintain pool safety Be a supportive, professional teammate on and off the pool deck Requirements/Qualifications: Must be at least 16 years old Strong communication skills and reliability Swim instruction, lifeguard, structured childcare, or teaching experience preferred (1-3 years) Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred (training provided if not yet certified) Training & Growth Paid training provided Lifeguard certification is required while employed Courses made available to you for completion within 90 days of employment You are paid for training time Opportunities for internal promotions and leadership growth Join a team that values development, professionalism, and making a real impact. Apply today!
Market context
In Massachusetts, swim instructor openings are often driven by year-round aquatics programs, community pools, and youth lessons, so reliability and clear communication matter. These roles can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with swim instruction, lifeguarding, or childcare experience plus CPR/AED and First Aid certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then highlight any teaching, safety, or customer-facing experience in your application.
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