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Swim Instructor

Goldfish Swim School - Elmhurst
Elmhurst, IL Part Time
POSTED ON 11/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/3/2025
Job Description- Entry Level Swim Instructor

Smile… it’s a small action that makes a big difference!

We have a mission to teach kids how to swim and be safer, in and around the water, while making their experience GOLDEN! We desire to maintain a “get it mentality, a “want it” attitude and the “capacity” to learn and grow professionally and personally. That is “why we smile!

Goldfish Swim School Core Values:
• 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 about life’s accomplishments by remembering to CELEBRATE!

We change lives. We help children reach their goals. We wear flip flops. We work in a 90-degree pool and tropical environment! We love our employees and reward hard work with shout out awards, gift cards Lunch/Dinners and fun social events! We offer paid training and shifts that are perfect for students or folks who want to grab extra hours without working late nights. Even better?... Due to the rapid growth of our school, advancement opportunities exist for the right candidate.

Full Time:
• 20 Hours or more
• Set work schedule, with changes quarterly to accommodate for class schedules if needed
• Leadership opportunities
• BCBS PPO & HSA Health Insurance with options for Dental & Vision
• Accrued PTO from the Start
• Valuable work experience
• Increased social opportunities
• Future references/referrals
• $13-$16/hr with regular increases and bonuses

Part Time:
• Set work schedule, with changes quarterly to accommodate for class schedules if needed
• Accrued PTO from the Start
• Leadership opportunities
• Valuable work experience
• Increased social opportunities
• Future references/referrals
• $12-$14/hr with regular increases and bonuses

Requirements:
• Ability to work with children
• Previous swimming experience but not required (We will train the right candidate!)
• Must be willing to work in the water for 3-4 hours on some shifts
• Must be able to work 1 weekend day (Saturday or Sunday- 4 hour shift) and some evenings (until 7:30)
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Must pass background checks (included with training)
• MUST WANT TO HAVE FUN!
• Ellis Lifeguard Certification required within the first 90 days of hire. (We provide In-House certification)

Job Title: Swim Instructor

Reports to: Deck Supervisor/Pool Operations Manager/AGM/GM

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary: Instructs students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.

Certificates and Licenses: Training available on site. Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification required within 90 days of hire. Shallow water attendant highly recommended.

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Goldfish Swim School Evanston is a learn-to-swim facility for kids ages 4 months to 12 years. Our proven confidence building curriculum promotes a love of swimming and teaches children to be safer in and around the water. For additional information see goldfishswimschool.com

NOTE: The information within this posting is not all-inclusive and may be subject to change. Employee to fulfill other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Employer.

All associated locations are independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to Goldfish Swim School Corporate

Salary : $12 - $16

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