What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swim Instructor position at Hudson Valley Swim?
About Us
Hudson Valley Swim is a year-round aquatic instruction program serving swimmers from 4 months of age through adult. Our program uses a structured, proprietary curriculum focused on water safety, stroke development, and building lifelong confidence in the water. Our instructors are the heart of what we do.
The Role
We're looking for an experienced, energetic Swim Instructor to join our team in Tyler, TX. You'll work with swimmers across all skill levels and age groups — from infants and toddlers to adult learners — delivering high-quality instruction in a safe, fun, and encouraging environment. This is a part-time position with approximately 10-15 hours per week, with scheduling flexibility across days, evenings, and weekends.
What You'll Do
Deliver structured swim lessons using our proprietary curriculum across all skill levels, including special needs swimmers
Provide instruction for infants, toddlers, children, and adults — comfort and experience with all age groups is key
Demonstrate proper technique and enforce water safety protocols at all times
Track student progress and provide constructive feedback to participants and families
Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming pool environment
Deliver excellent customer service in every interaction
What We're Looking For
3 years of swim instruction experience required, including experience with infant/toddler programming
CPR certification required
WSI certification strongly preferred
Strong ability to work with children and adults of diverse ages, backgrounds, and abilities
Knowledge of behavior management techniques
Bilingual in Spanish is a significant plus
Availability across a mix of day, evening, and weekend hours
What We Offer
$16–$18/hr (commensurate with experience and certifications)
401(k) with matching — available to part-time staff
Flexible scheduling built around your availability
On-the-job training and curriculum support
A team that's genuinely passionate about water safety and swimming
Work Location: In person — Tyler, TX
Salary : $16 - $18