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Swim Instructor with special needs experience

AQUASAFE SWIMMING
Desert Hot Springs, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/31/2026

Aquasafeswimming is looking for a swim teacher with at least 1 year of experience teaching swimming and references. The job requires travel to private pools in La Quinta, Palm Desert, and Palm Springs to teach children private (one-on-one swim) lessons.

Instructor Needed ASAP Desert Hot Springs 6/9-7/30 Thursdays and Fridays 5-7pm

To be successful as a swim instructor, you should demonstrate patience and enthusiasm and be able to motivate students to accomplish their swimming goals. Ultimately, an exceptional swim instructor should be able to communicate effectively with students and ensure that all water safety rules are adhered to.

Swim Instructor Responsibilities:

  • Teaching swimming techniques, swimming strokes, and water safety rules to students with varying swimming abilities.
  • Assisting more experienced swimmers to enhance their swimming abilities.
  • Assessing the progress of students and adjusting teaching programs accordingly.
  • Monitoring students to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Implementing ground rules for each swim session.
  • Planning swimming lessons that take into account students’ abilities and progressive development.
  • Identifying incorrect swimming techniques and correcting students accordingly.
  • Ensuring that the swimming pool and locker rooms are kept clean and tidy.

Swim Instructor Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Proven experience working as a swim instructor or lifeguard.
  • CPR, First Aid, and American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or Basic Swim Instructor (BSI) certifications.
  • Sound knowledge of proper swimming techniques and water safety rules.
  • Strong swimming abilities.
  • Excellent conflict resolution skills.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Passionate and enthusiastic.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Schedule:

  • 4 hour shift
  • Day shift

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • swim instruction: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $40

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