Exos·Minneapolis, Minnesota
The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching swimming lessons to various age groups while maintaining a safe and positive environment. They must also evaluate student progress, maintain accurate records, and enforce facility policies.
We're seeking a Swim Instructor to join our team! As our new Swim Instructor you will: Teach various levels and age groups in accordance with the sites instructional guidelines Plan lessons, select appropriate drills, and evaluate the student’s progress Present proper demonstrations and explain skills, analyze and correct performance, minimize fear, and use appropriate teaching devices Maintain a safe and positive teaching environment Attend all in-service trainings Maintain accurate records and prepare course completion certificates Perform all swimming strokes and skills taught in all levels Effectively communicate each student’s progress either to the student directly, or to the student’s parents where appropriate Project and promote a professional image Explain and enforce facility regulations, policies, and procedures to patrons Other tasks as assigned
For nearly 30 years, Exos has been dedicated to getting people ready for the moments that matter by promoting a holistic approach to health. As an elite coaching company, Exos applies its evidence-based methodology to programming designed to unlock the potential in everyone from corporate employees, to elite athletes, military operators, and beyond. Simply put, we “get you ready” for the moments that matter — whether that’s striving to excel at work, or training for a major athletic event. How do we do it? Our employer solutions include fitness center management, on-site coaching and classes, and the Exos app, as well as immersive team-building experiences, executive coaching, and personal development programming. Our professional athlete training programs propel elite athletes to new heights in the NFL combine and NBA Draft each year, and our practitioner education courses and workshops provide industry professionals ongoing opportunities for development. We’ve never been the type to accept the status quo. We’re all about studying, learning, innovating, and making waves. And we feel that it’s our responsibility to help others because we know there’s a better way. That better way is Exos Readiness. We are an equal opportunity employer EXOS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all. We invite applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Exos offers reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. Learn more here: EEO is the Law EEO is the Law Supplement
Candidates must be at least 16 years old and hold current CPR/AED, First Aid, and Red Cross Lifeguarding certifications. Prior experience in lifeguarding or teaching swim lessons is preferred but not required.
Market context
In Minnesota, swim instructor roles are often tied to community pools, schools, and recreation programs that need dependable staff for lessons and safety-focused instruction. This role is competitive because employers look for candidates who are 18+, can lift 50 pounds, communicate clearly, and stay comfortable in a warm indoor pool setting. Before applying, confirm your basic stroke skills and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, which save time by pulling key details from the original posting.