Aquatics Manager Aqua-Tots Swim Schools | West Omaha Aqua-Tots Swim Schools is looking for an Aquatics Manager to join our West Omaha leadership team. This position oversees the quality and development of our swim program while leading a team of swim instructors who work with children and families every day. The Aquatics Manager plays an important role in the success of our school. You'll spend time coaching instructors, developing your team, maintaining high standards in the pool, and working alongside other members of leadership to keep the school moving forward. This role is a great fit for someone who has naturally found themselves stepping into leadership roles and is ready for the opportunity to take ownership of a team. What You'll Do Lead, coach, and develop our team of swim instructors Train new instructors and support their continued development Conduct in-water evaluations and provide regular feedback Help instructors become more confident, consistent, and effective teachers Set clear expectations and follow up when standards are not being met Maintain Aqua-Tots curriculum, safety, and lesson quality standards Build a positive, professional, and accountable team culture Recognize strong performance and help team members grow into greater responsibility Help manage instructor scheduling and coverage Step in to teach or support the pool deck when needed Work alongside the General Manager and leadership team to improve the aquatics program Help ensure families consistently receive a great experience What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is dependable, motivated, and genuinely enjoys helping people improve.
Strong candidates will:
Take ownership without needing constant direction Communicate clearly and build trust with others Be comfortable coaching, correcting, and encouraging team members Follow through instead of letting issues linger Hold themselves and their team to high standards Notice problems and take initiative to solve them Stay organized while managing multiple priorities Handle difficult conversations calmly and professionally Be receptive to feedback and interested in becoming a stronger leader Care about both the people they lead and the results their team produces Previous experience in leadership, coaching, teaching, aquatics, or working with children is preferred. Aquatics experience is not required. We provide training in the Aqua-Tots curriculum and teaching methods. Why Aqua-Tots? At Aqua-Tots, our team helps children become safer and more confident in and around the water while creating an experience families look forward to each week. As Aquatics Manager, your impact also extends to the people you lead. Many of our instructors are early in their careers, giving you the opportunity to help them build confidence, accountability, communication skills, and leadership abilities. This is a real management role with real responsibility. You'll be trusted to lead your team, maintain high standards, solve problems, and help people improve. If you're looking for an opportunity to grow as a leader while taking meaningful ownership of a team, we'd like to meet you.
Job Type:
Full-time Location:
Aqua-Tots Swim Schools, West Omaha Pay:
$18.50 - $21.50 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 - 45.0 per week
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Referral program