Swim Instructor

Join Seattle's fastest growing swim and water safety company. At SwimGuru you can begin doing something that you love, that truly changes peoples lives for the better! We are a drowning prevention program and we are looking for part-time and/or full-time, year round, career-oriented swimming instructors to teach private one-on-one lessons in our heated indoor pools. If you are a qualified, flexible adult who has experience working with children and teaching all ages, we would like to talk to you! We offer private lessons for all ages, from babies to adults. Our primary focus is to create a foundation of independence, safety and confidence in swimmers of all ages. Students who graduate from our core learn-to-swim program are independent aquatic problem solvers and have the ability to move into stroke development with the right techniques and confidence. In addition to private lessons we offer semi-private lessons, parent/tot and group swim classes. We are open to hearing about how you can contribute to our ongoing program development. With your passion and commitment, you will be specially trained over 6-8 weeks in our unique and highly effective, nationally recognized teaching method. Part time coaches are required to work a minimum of 2-3 days per week. Full time, salaried coaches enjoy a 4 or 5 day work week (includes one weekend day) and a strong career path.

Qualifications:

Passion for working with babies and children, and comfortable working with adults Strong swimmer or have competitive swimming experience Patience to cognitively shape behavior in the water Enthusiastic, conscientious, open, and playful personality Self-confidence and mental strength to be trained and coached Willing to do homework and reading during the training period Teaching experience required, aquatic teaching experience preferred Minimum of 1 year experience working with children Fluent in English Own a vehicle and be willing to travel between our multiple locations

Job Requirements:

Full time: work up to 4-5 days per week at various locations.

Part time:

work a minimum of 2-3 days per week. Able to make a long term commitment to teaching High School diploma or equivalent, college preferred Federal background check

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$26.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off

Work Location:

In person