Goldfish Swim School·Manalapan Township, New Jersey
Deliver swim instruction based on a specific curriculum while ensuring the safety of all students on the pool deck. Evaluate student progress and maintain clear communication with parents regarding their child's development.
We’re looking for a patient, energetic, and student-centered Swim Instructor to bring our curriculum to life in the water. This role is where the magic happens - you’ll teach kids foundational water safety and swim skills, build genuine connections with students and their families, and take real ownership of each child’s progress. If you love working with kids, communicate naturally with parents, and find energy in watching someone conquer something hard, this role is built for you.
Deliver swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum with consistency, energy, and a focus on student growth. Enforce safety rules and regulations on the pool deck daily to prevent accidents and maintain a secure environment. Accurately evaluate student progress and complete skill evaluations on time. Connect with parents and guardians after lessons to share student updates, celebrate wins, and address concerns with care. Use creative problem-solving to help students work through challenges and keep progressing. Maintain and properly store all pool equipment, including placing and removing lane lines. Assist with light cleaning duties such as deck mopping, window washing, and trash removal as needed. What We’re Looking For: Reliable, upbeat, and ready to show up with energy every shift. Eagerness to obtain a Lifeguard certification and a desire to grow. Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports coach, camp counselor, or childcare provider, or similar. Comfortable and confident in the water - swimming experience strongly preferred. A natural communicator who connects easily with kids and puts parents at ease. Detail-oriented with the ability to track multiple students’ progress accurately. Must be available for evening and weekend shifts. While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat, humidity, and chlorine. Noise level is usually moderate. What Success Looks Like: Every student is progressing and no child is slipping through the cracks. Families feel informed, appreciated, and excited about their child’s development. Lessons are delivered with consistency and enthusiasm, exactly as the curriculum intends. The pool deck is safe, clean, and ready before the first student arrives. Our Culture: At Goldfish Swim School, we believe every child deserves to be safe in and around water. Our team is passionate, people-first, and committed to a golden experience every day. As a Swim Instructor, you’re the person who makes that real - one lesson, one level-up, one confident kid at a time.
Candidates should be confident swimmers with experience in childcare, coaching, or lifeguarding. Availability for evening and weekend shifts is required, along with a willingness to obtain Lifeguard certification.
Market context
In New Jersey, swim instructor openings often reflect steady demand from schools, pools, and community programs that need staff who can work well with children and communicate clearly. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for reliability, organization, and readiness to complete a background check before training. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then highlight any child-focused experience and availability for flexible scheduling in your application.
Swim Instructor
Swim Instructor
Swim Instructor