What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Swim Instructor/Teacher position at British Swim School?
Lead Swim Instructor / Teacher
Full Time
- New York
Lead Swim Instructor / Teacher
British Swim School of South Westchester
Are you looking for a job where you can enjoy yourselfandmake a difference? Do you have experience and / or a passion for being in and around water?! If so, British Swim School would like to meet you!
As our Lead Swim Instructor, your number one purpose is to assist in creating a fun and professional environment, one that will provide our customers and swimmers with a fantastic learning experience! You will work closely with the franchise owner and our swim instructors to help shape our school’s culture and commitment to running a premier swim program. In addition, you will play a big role in helping recruit new customers to the school and building retention to keep them with us!
To start, this will be a part-time position with a strong possibility of moving to a full-time position as we continue to grow and develop.
Working flexible hours, including a regular weekend day and evenings will be necessary along with visiting multiple pool locations within the assigned region.
In-depth training is provided on the British Swim School aquatics curriculum along with additional training to prepare you for your role!
Responsibilities include :
Reporting to and communicating directly with the Franchise Business Owner
Provide swim lessons to adults and children according to British Swim School curriculum
Training, supervising, developing, and retaining a dynamic team of swim instructors
Using instructor development tools, evaluate swim instructor performance and provide feedback and in-service training on a regular basis
Assisting Franchise Business Owner with retention, recruitment, hiring and interviews
Assist with incoming sales calls
Using BSS Instructor assessments to maintain lesson quality
Evaluating swim instructor performance and creating performance improvement plans as necessary
Offering guidance and support when managing difficult class situations
Ensure pool locations have proper inventory of supplies for lessons
Ensure that all water and safety standards are maintained at the pools
Protecting the Brand
Anticipated expanded responsibilities to coincide with franchise expansion
What are we looking for?
An individual with a passion and love of the water who wants to give back to their community and be a part of drowning prevention
Experience and enjoyment working with children
Experience in teaching preschool children
Supervisory experience in a similar setting and / or as a veteran
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Lifeguard certification is preferred but if not available or expired, will be provided
If you can provide what is required, please apply. If selected, we will provide you with leadership and training on the best swim program in the business, along with a competitive compensation package. Come and join us at British Swim School, where we’ve been teaching the “Survival of the littlest” since 1981.
Employment Type
Supervisory
Initially Part-Time with anticipated rapid expansion to Full-Time
Compensation & Benefits
22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Purpose while SAVING LIVES
Structured, paid training including Lifeguard Certification and CPR
Opportunities for internal advancement
Employee Discount - One free weekly lesson for their child
Variety thru multiple locations in the Westchester area
Schedule
Classes offered on weekdays will occur mostly in the afternoons and evenings, while weekend classes will occur in the mornings.
Why join British Swim School?
Safe & happy work environment – where else might you get to sing at work?
Flexible work schedules and hours – making this a great role for students, parents and anyone with a busy lifestyle!
A rewarding job with competitive pay – all while making a true difference in your community!
Working at British Swim School is so much more than just a job...it’s an opportunity to leave a legacy that may transform a child’s life. If you are looking for a position with a real purpose - this, is it! We're helping save lives every day, and on top of that, you'll be working and having fun with kids for your entire shift! Doesn’t get much better than that! Visit our website atwww.britishswimschool.comto learn more.
Compensation : $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Working 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.
Salary : $22 - $25
