Main Street Academies & SwimJim Inc. is a scaling and experiencing growth across the country at at our operations in California, Houston, Miami, NYC, Chicago and PA.
We are seeking several new part time Swim Instructors to join our organizations who can work 20-25 hours a week.
Swim Instructor | Main Street Swim School
On-Site Locations: Various (Encinitas, San Marcos, Mission Valley, Sorrento Valley, Oceanside, & Rancho Palos Verdes, CA)
Pay Range: $19.00 – $26.00/hour (Paid training starts at $18.00)
Status: Part-Time
Position Summary:
At Main Street Swim School, we believe swimming is an essential life-saving skill. As a Swim Instructor, you aren’t just a coach—you’re a "celebrity" to our students and a hero to their parents. You will provide high-quality, results-driven instruction in a warm, supportive environment, ensuring that every child (from 10 months to 18 years) and adult feels safe and confident in the water.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Excellence: Teach engaging, safe, and fun swim lessons based on the MSS curriculum, maintaining a maximum student-to-teacher ratio.
- Student Assessment: Evaluate student progress regularly, adjust teaching methods to meet individual needs, and decide when a student is ready to move to the next level.
- Safety First: Maintain constant surveillance of students; enforce pool rules strictly but fairly to prevent accidents.
- Communication: Act as a brand ambassador by providing parents with clear, enthusiastic feedback on their child’s progress and achievements.
- Facility Care: Assist with the setup and breakdown of lane lines and equipment. Ensure the pool deck and locker rooms remain clean and organized.
- Emergency Response: Be prepared to act immediately and appropriately in the event of an emergency, utilizing your Lifeguard and CPR training.
What We’re Looking For
- Passion for Kids: You genuinely enjoy working with children (ages 4 months to 13 years) and possess the patience to help them overcome water anxiety.
- Growth Mindset: You are eager to learn and adapt. MSS provides extensive training, so a willingness to grow is more important than years of prior experience.
- Reliability: You are punctual and dependable, especially for afternoon and weekend shifts.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stay in the water for up to 5 hours and lift/move equipment or children weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Age Requirement: Must be at least 15+ years of age
Qualifications, Preferred Skills & CertificationsRequired Certifications & Clearances (Must be current or obtained upon hiring):
Certification/Clearance
Renewal Frequency
Lifeguard Certification
Every 2 years
CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications
Every 2 years
In-Service Training -a Minimum of 3 In-Service Training days per year
Yearly
Clearances (Child Abuse, Criminal Record, and FBI fingerprint)
Every 5 years
Experience & Skills:
- Previous experience instructing, teaching swim lessons, childcare, coaching, or similar roles is highly preferred.
- Exceptional skills as a teacher, instructor, trainer, or mentor are always a plus.
- Strong communication and "people skills."
Why Join the MSS Team?
- Make an Impact: "Make money while saving lives." You are teaching a skill that prevents tragedy.
- Professional Development: Access to growth seminars, educational resources, and paid certifications.
- Perks:
- Employee Referral Bonuses.
- Free Swim Lesson Tuition for family members.
- Increased rates for substitute teaching and swim camps.
Our Core Values
- Help First: We invest time and care into our people and our community.
- Do The Right Thing: Integrity is paramount; we hold ourselves accountable.
- Have a Growth Mindset: We learn and adapt to the world around us.
Be Determined to Succeed: We are a diverse team of "tenacious" high-achievers.
We look forward to hearing from you through this posting or send resume with salary expectation to [email protected]
Pay: $19.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of Aquatics Instructing experience do you have?
How many years of teaching experience do you have?
Work Location: In person
