Swim Instructor Jobs NYC

DanSwim is looking for experienced swim instructors in NY who are passionate about teaching children and adults to swim, promoting water safety, and helping others improve. Does this sound like you? Apply today to join our team of highly-skilled swim instructors.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Flexible Schedule
$30 - $45 / Per hr

Job Summary:

We seek a certified and professional Swim Instructor to join our team in a diverse and friendly environment. Our swim instructors teach lessons to adults and kids of all ages and abilities in NY, helping them learn to swim and improve their aquatic skills.

The successful candidate should have excellent communication skills, love water safety, and be able to deliver a stress-free, positive learning environment for the students.
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Responsibilities:

  • Swim Instruction

    Conduct the swim lesson safely and effectively to individuals or small groups focusing on proper swimming techniques and water safety
  • Assesment

    Assess the swimming abilities of students and adjust instruction as needed for various skill levels and learning styles.
  • Lesson Planning

    Develop lesson plans to cater to individual needs and goals while ensuring the students develop and progress.
  • Water Safety

    Foster water safety measures as well as teaching the students important water safety guidelines and procedures.
  • Record Keeping

    Keep proper records of the student's progress and attendance, and maintain any report of incidents that may arise due to the classes.
  • Emergency Response

    Be able to respond to emergencies around the pool areas regarding first aid and CPR where applicable.
  • Continuous Learning

    Stay updated with the latest swimming techniques, teaching methodologies, and safety measures through regular training and certifications.
  • Communication

    Maintain an open and clear channel of communication with students as well as their respective parents or guardians regarding the achievements made in every lesson, the goals set, and any need for adjustment if necessary.

Requirements:

Student of the sport with a passion for learning more

Lifeguard with CPR and First Aid certification or equivalent

A current Swim Instructor certification recognized by a professional entity (e.g., American Red Cross, YMCA, or equivalent)

Demonstrated previous experience in the swim instructor position is strongly preferred but not essentially required

Exceptional swimming ability with the capacity to execute different strokes of swimming

Great communication skills along with satisfying interpersonal attributes

Should have patience and a zeal for teaching swimming lessons

Strong water safety commitment and desire to create a safe learning environment

Requirements:

Ability to swim and demonstrate swimming strokes to students

Capable of holding and lifting swimming equipment, including kickboards and floating devices

Capable of standing for long hours and working in a pool environment where the temperature might change every hour of the shift

Swim Instructors Benefits at DanSwim:

Competitive compensation based on experience and certifications

Paid training options

Ability to create your own schedule & balance work, school, and other duties.

The chance to grow and develop professionally

An established and caring team environment

Potential for career advancement within our organization

If you're a fun-loving, enthusiastic swimmer, who shares water safety methods with flair and expertise then this Swim Instructor position is for you. Join my team which helps train people, old or young, to develop a love for swimming and safety in the water.
Dan Novikov, CEO at DanSwim

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