Bubble Up Swim School is hiring for our 2024 swim season! We are a local, boutique swim school that takes pride in teaching our clients how to be water safe. We offer private, 1-on-1 swim lessons to clients aged infants to adults and are currently hiring part-time and full-time, seasonal swim instructors.

To apply for this position, complete the job application at www.bubbleupswim.com or here: https://forms.gle/QK3YKQvLQ84Wv6nj9

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Job responsibilities include:

• Ensure the safety of students, yourself and the environment at all times; be aware of potential hazards and respond appropriately to emergency situations
• Excellent communication skills
• Patience and a level-headed demeanor when working with clients who may be scared or uncomfortable is a must
• Teach water safety courses to all ages and skill levels, providing a high quality swim lesson to every student
• Monitor student attendance and communicate absences with appropriate staff
• Evaluate swimmer’s progress and keep daily notes within swimmer’s profile to assist other instructors
• Communicate with (adult) students and/or their guardian regarding the student’s progress
• Maintain equipment and supplies are in working order
• Arrive to work dressed, ready to get in the water and start class on time
• Communicate any concerns/feedback with management
• Read and acknowledge company messages within a timely manner
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and in service trainings

Qualifications:

• Be professional, respectful, dependable, courteous and work well with the public and fellow coworkers
• Be honest, trustworthy, committed, reliable and mature
• Have an outgoing, enthusiastic and fun attitude
• Have a genuine passion for working with children and the public
• Have a positive, engaging and encouraging personality when working with students
• Must have patience and grace in working with students who may be uncomfortable with the water/you/their new environment
• Provide 100% attention to student during lesson
• Must be open to feedback and receptive to change

Work experience:

• Applicant must have previous aquatic experience, including (but not limited to) swim team, water polo, Junior Lifeguard or previous Water Safety Instructor or Water Safety Instructor Aide
• Experience working with infants, toddlers and special needs a plus

Education:

• Applicant must be American Red Cross Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor certified prior to start of teaching first swim lesson
• Limited, on the job training provided

Requirements:

• Have valid American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard, CPR/AED, First Aid certifications or be able to obtain prior to start of season
• Must be 18 years old
• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver license, current auto insurance and registration
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Must acquire your own swim instructor equipment
• Must wear waterproof watch during lessons to keep track of time
• Must wear appropriate swim attire while teaching lessons
• Must submit daily reports

What to expect:

• Save yourself time and earn more! Being assigned to a specific location allows you to work more hours instead of wasting time and gas driving all over town
• Get paid well for a job well done! We offer a highly competitive salary along with bonuses throughout the season.
• You set your own consistent schedule throughout the season
• We welcome instructors enrolled in school and/or employed elsewhere and will work around your existing schedule
• You will be assigned to a local area pool; some staff may, at their discretion, travel off-site to client’s backyard/community pools
• Advancement opportunities for strong individuals to join our leadership team
• The cost of your background check will be paid for
• You will be covered under our own general liability insurance policy

Physical/Skills Test:

• Each candidate who completes the initial interview process will need to pass a physical component to the job interview, which will include a stroke test, water-rescue and a simulated teaching demonstration

Application Process:

• Any job applications submitted via Indeed will not be viewed nor responded to
• To apply for this position, complete the job application at www.bubbleupswim.com or here: https://forms.gle/QK3YKQvLQ84Wv6nj9

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 25 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Choose your own hours
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Has your resume been updated to appropriately reflect your work experience?

Experience:

• teaching swim lessons: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification (Required)

Work Location: In person