Swim Instructor
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Swim InstructorPart Time - Orchard ParkResponsive recruiterReplies within 24 hoursA position at British Swim School is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to learn, grow, and have an impact on the lives of children and young adults in your community.Compensation and Benefits+ Competitive pay based on experience and with possible opportunities for bonuses+ Structured, paid training in the British Swim School curriculum+ Opportunities for internal advancement+ Uniforms providedThe Position:British Swim School of Buffalo is looking for fun-loving individuals to grow our team of Swim Instructors!A Swim Instructor at British Swim School teaches swim lessons to children and young adults using our fun, gentle and progressive methods, with an emphasis placed on water survival skills. You will receive extensive training to build your confidence and ability to work with a variety of swimmers and abilities. Having fun and interacting with our swimmers is an important part of the job!Roles and Responsibilities:+ Teach the British Swim School curriculum to swimmers of all ages and abilities while maintaining a safe and positive environment.+ Establish and maintain relationships with students' parents and/or guardians by providing meaningful feedback regarding their child's progress.+ Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled during operating hours.+ Work in an environment where noise levels are usually moderate to high and be able to stand in the water for up to four consecutive hours.Minimum Qualifications:+ Possess a high school diploma, equivalent, or be in the process of completion.+ Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills are required.+ An enthusiastic personality is a must.+ Be reliable. Come to work when scheduled and on time.+ Be comfortable in and around the water.+ Must complete all required British Swim School Aquatics-specific training and testing.Preferred Qualifications:+ Experience working with children.+ Swimming experience: 1-2 years preferred with knowledge of the freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.+ Customer service skills: 1 year preferred.+ Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certification(s) preferred.About Us:Here at British Swim School, we are more than just a fun, surface-level swim lesson provider. We strive to make an impact in our communities by reducing the incidence of child drowning. We invest in quality team members to teach our lessons with the mindset that we are two schools in one: a survival school first and a learn-to-swim school second. Our mission is to ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer. Compensation: $16.00 - $19.00 per hourWorking at British Swim School is more than just a job; it's a chance to create a lasting impact that could change a child's life.As part of the British Swim School Team, you play a role in your local community, empowering others and sharing your passion. It's a chance to be part of a fun-loving team of dedicated people who are committed to promoting water safety and a lifelong love of the water.While we teach swimming to people of all ages and abilities, most of our students are preschool and elementary-aged kids. Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable. It's helpful if you have experience with children or in a child-focused job, but it's not required if you can show the right attitude. The job comes with specialized training in our advanced and unique British Swim School approach.We also have exciting opportunities with our Customer Service Team, even if you're not in the pool. These are the people committed to providing the best service in the industry. In these roles, you might talk to parents on the phone or by the pool. Wherever you are, the aim is to make everyone feel like part of the British Swim School Family as we focus on ensuring the Survival of the Littlest. Each franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee (franchise owner). Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to British Swim School Corporate.