Top 9 Swim instructor Jobs in Des Moines Ia

Swim Instructor
Foss Swim School —Ankeny, IA
- From $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Experience working with children
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Aqua-Tots Swim Schools —West Des Moines, IA
- From $15.75 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Reliable transportation
- Teaching
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Goldfish Swim School - Urbandale —Urbandale, IA
- $12 - $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Organizational skills
- 16+ years old
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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Swim Instructor PT
GREATER ALTOONA COMMUNITY SERVICE C —Altoona, IA
- From $16 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- 16+ years old
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Swim Lesson Instructor | Waukee Family YMCA
YMCA of Greater Des Moines —Waukee, IA
- From $16 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- BLS Certification
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Swim Instructors
Genesis Health Clubs —West Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- Teaching
- Entry level
- Employee discount
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Entry Level Swim Instructor and Lifeguard
SafeSplash + SwimLabs Waukee —Waukee, IA
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Children
- Teaching
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Swim Instructor (Non-Certified)
City of Indianola —Indianola, IA
- From $11.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Pass drug screening
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Certified Swim Instructor
City of Indianola —Indianola, IA
- $12.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Pass drug screening
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Swim Instructor | Paid Training | Flexible Schedule
Aqua-Tots Swim Schools —West Des Moines, IA
Employee Family Swim lesson discount. This is a fun job for those who enjoy children and teaching. One year of demonstrated experience working with children…
From $15.75 an hour
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Swim Instructor- Paid Training Provided!
Goldfish Swim School - Urbandale —Urbandale, IA
Summary: Instructs students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.
$12 - $15 an hour
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SafeSplash Swim School —Dublin, OH
Monitor and assess student progress, providing constructive feedback. We will provide all of the training needed to become a great swim instructor.
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Goldfish Swim School —Upper Arlington, OH
Eagerness to obtain a Lifeguard certification and a desire to grow. Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports coach, camp counselor, or childcare…
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Swim Instructor

Foss Swim School -
Ankeny, IA

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Job Details

Part-time
From $19 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Health insurance
On-the-job training
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Opportunities for advancement
Referral program

Qualifications

Observation-based student assessment
Student supervision
Classroom active supervision
Relationship building (classroom management strategies)
Teacher collaboration
Swimming
Experience working with children
Working with students
Instructional adaptability
Student support
Mentoring
Student behavior monitoring
Safety-focused fitness instruction
Water safety instruction
Lesson planning
Computer skills
Training
Teaching
Student safety monitoring
Entry level

Full Job Description

Position with a Purpose:
At Foss Swim School (FOSS), Swim Instructors (actual title is Swim Teacher) are more than instructors — they are mentors, educators, and trusted leaders who help students build confidence and life-long safety skills in and around the water.
Whether you are beginning your teaching journey or looking to grow within aquatics, FOSS is looking for Swim Teachers who want to grow their skills, build lasting relationships with students and families, and become trusted professionals in the water. If you are energized by teaching, connection, and continuous growth, FOSS offers training, support, and long-term opportunity to help you thrive.

Why You’ll Love Working at FOSS:

Team First: Our team members are the reason we have incredibly high customer satisfaction rates and repeat students. They make learning and work FUN!
Meaningful Impact: Every lesson helps children and adults develop confidence, safety, and life-long skills around water making an impact like professionals in childcare and daycare.
Year-round Schedules (Part-time): This is a consistent, year-round opportunity where you can build strong relationships with students, families, and teammates.
Paid Training Hours: We provide paid training to help you confidently teach the FOSS Swim Path curriculum and offer on-going instructional and leadership education.
Competitive Wages (hourly starting at $19.00+ other earning potential): We invest in our team members by continuing to develop their skills and offer quarterly performance bonuses, additional training with increased earning potential, and career growth opportunities.

You’ll Grow Your Earnings & Skills - Compensation:

Base Pay: starts at $19.00/hour
Additional training earns an increase to base amount
Weekend shifts: +$3.00/hour
Substitute shifts: +$1.00/hour
Quarterly performance bonus potential

A Role Built on Relationships:
Our Swim Teachers do more than lead lessons. They build trust with students, encourage progress, and create consistency that families count on. We value team members who want to stay, develop their skills, and become a familiar, encouraging presence for swimmers over time. At FOSS, long-term commitment matters because relationships are at the heart of how students grow.

Schedule:

Part-time, year-round schedule with a minimum of 10-12 hours per week.
Typically, 3 shifts per week, each shift is 3-4-hours
Weekday evening shifts starting around 3:15 p.m.
Weekend shifts (Saturday or Sunday)
Substitute shifts (+ $1.00/hour)

What You’ll Own:

Teach 1–4 students per class using hands-on instruction and the FOSS Swim Path curriculum.
Create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment where students build confidence, skills, and lifelong water safety habits.
Build strong relationships with students and families by celebrating progress, sharing updates, and creating an experience that keeps swimmers motivated and families confident.
Collaborate with fellow team members to support school goals and ensure every student receives exceptional instruction.
Take ownership of each lesson by preparing, adapting, and helping swimmers achieve their goals.
Observe student performance, recognize safety risks, and maintain awareness of multiple students at all times.
Bring energy, enthusiasm, and purpose to every class while helping students reach important milestones.
Model the FOSS Cultural Pillars: Connect, Collaborate, Empower, and Belong.

You're a Great Fit If You...

Are 18+ years old, can lift up to 50 pounds, and are comfortable working in a warm indoor pool.
Enjoy working with children and helping others succeed.
Build trust through reliability, positivity, and professionalism.
Communicate clearly and connect easily with students, families, and teammates.
Thrive in a collaborative, inclusive, and customer-focused environment.
Adapt quickly and bring energy to every lesson.
Are eager to learn and grow as a teacher.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Work in and around a warm, humid indoor swimming pool environment with water temperatures up to 91 degrees.
Participate in water-based training and instruction, including putting your face in the water, floating, going underwater, and demonstrating skills within the FOSS Swim Path® curriculum.
Demonstrate basic swim strokes, including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.
Safely move throughout the pool and remain active in water up to 4 feet deep while teaching, supervising students, and responding to safety situations.
Effectively monitor students, communicate with students, families, and teammates, and respond appropriately in a busy aquatic environment.
Read and comprehend written and digital training materials and use a computer to complete online training courses, videos, reading assignments, and assessments.
Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, stooping, and other movements required to teach and assist students.
Work safely around pool chemicals, industrial equipment, and other supplies commonly found in an aquatic facility.

Benefits & Perks:

401(k) with company match
On Demand Pay
Employee Discount – 25% off Retail
Free Swim Lessons for Dependents
Referral Bonuses
Career Development with Advancement Opportunities
Virtual Telemedicine and Mental Health Support
Benefits vary by full-time and part-time.

Grow with FOSS:
FOSS Swim School is a premier swim school with 30+ locations across the Midwest and Colorado with decades of success helping children become safe, confident swimmers.

This position is more than a job — it is an opportunity to build a meaningful career with a company that invests in its people through training, mentorship, and internal growth opportunities.

Watch this link to learn more about our team:
https://vimeo.com/760077423

APPLY NOW! Our hiring process is quick and allows us to get to know each other.
First Interview (virtual) ~ Second Interview & Tour (on-site) ~ Offer & Welcome!

Foss is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Expected hours: 10 – 16 per week

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Employee discount
Health insurance
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid training
Professional development assistance
Referral program

Work Location: In person

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