Swim Teacher Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Swim Teacher Charleston Swim School

• 5.0 Charleston, SC Job Details Part-time $20
• $24 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Paid time off Employee discount Professional development assistance Qualifications CPR Certification Lifeguard Training Sports coaching Swimming Experience with children First Aid Certification Experience working with students Water safety instruction Public relations Leadership Communication skills Teaching Entry level Full Job Description
• About Us
• Charleston Swim School
• South Carolina’s #1 Swim School

• Important Information:

• Must be at least 17 years old to apply. As a Swim Teacher, you will provide private and group swim lessons for individuals of all ages and skill levels. Your goal is to create a fun, positive learning environment that encourages growth and improvement.

• Responsibilities:

• As a Water Safety Instructor, you will create an educational, safe, and welcoming experience for all participants.
• Memorize and use Charleston Swim School’s approved curriculum and log students’ progress.
• Stay aware of pool hazards and maintain constant supervision of students.
• Arrive on time for each lesson and ensure you have reliable transportation (lesson locations may vary, as you will travel to the students’ local pools).
• Be alert and prepared to provide first aid or handle emergencies (first aid kits are provided).
• Foster a safe yet challenging environment for student growth.
• Adapt your teaching methods to accommodate the age, experience, and ability of participants to help them meet course objectives.
• As a swim teacher, participate in regular in-service training sessions.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, students, and parents.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by your supervisor.

• Qualifications:

• Must have experience in aquatics, such as swim team participation, lifeguarding, or instructing.
• Teachers must be positive, enthusiastic, accountable, and communicative. Experience with children is essential.
• Must be able to perform all five strokes and float.
• CPR and First Aid certification is required or must have held it previously and be willing to renew within two weeks of hiring.
• Lifeguard training is preferred.
• Water Safety Instructor certification is a plus but not required.

• Preferred Knowledge and Skills:

• Thorough understanding and application of swimming and water safety skills.
• Knowledge of teaching swimming and water safety skills.
• Familiarity with facility characteristics, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Strong leadership, instruction, and public relations skills.
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills.

• Compensation & Benefits:

• Starting pay: $20-24 per hour, with 4-20 hours per week (fewer hours in the fall and spring, more in the summer).
• Discounts on personal health/wellness products.
• We provide all classes and students, similar to a traditional school, with multiple locations.

• Note:

• Higher consideration will be given to candidates with extensive swim and teaching experience.

To learn more about us, visit our website This is the first round of interviews. The first interview is conducted via Google Meet. The second round of interviews consists of an in-person mock lesson and a swim test.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$20.00

• $24.00 per hour Expected hours: 4
• 30 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance

Schedule:

Choose your own hours Application Question(s): Are you able to swim all five strokes: butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, freestyle, and side stroke? How many years of experience do you have working with children? Are you available to teach swim lessons on Saturdays? Are you looking for part-time or full-time hours?

Work Location:

In person