Goldfish Swim School - Wexford
Location
Pine Township, Pennsylvania
Salary
$17 - $19 / HOUR
Instruct students on water safety and swim techniques using the Goldfish Swim School curriculum. Communicate student progress to parents and maintain pool equipment and cleanliness.
Candidates must be able to work with children and complete lifeguard, CPR, and AED certifications. Physical ability to work in a warm, humid, chlorinated pool environment is required.
Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Training & development Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Looking for a job that fits your schedule?
Our swimmers are diving into great lessons and our employees are diving into great opportunities! We’re now hiring year-round daytime, weeknight and weekend instructors with leadership opportunities available within your first 3-6 months.
No Seasonal/Summer 2026 opportunities available.
Whether you’re looking for consistent daytime hours, a flexible evenings and weekends job or a role where you know you’re working a set schedule each week, Goldfish Swim School offers a schedule that works for you.
Why Goldfish? 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 with shifts designed for people who want steady hours without late nights.
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 (starting at $17 per hour) Valuable work experience with children & families Social opportunities Future references/referrals Free swim lessons for children & siblings Weekday lessons end at 8:00pm (no late nights) Weekend daytime lessons
Ability to work with children Strong communication and organizational skills - A Golden personality 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
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.
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
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
Market context
In Pennsylvania, swim instructor roles often draw steady interest because pools, YMCAs, and community programs need staff who can teach water safety and basic stroke technique. This role is competitive for candidates who can demonstrate multiple strokes, meet age and certification requirements, and stay current on safety credentials. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm you can complete YMCA YSL certification within six months before applying.
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