Lead Swim Instructor/Operations Assistants - 4 Positions Available
13 days ago
Arlington
Job DescriptionLead Swim Instructor/Operations Assistants (4 Positions Available) Location: SafeSplash Swim School – Arlington / Grand Prairie Pay: $17–$20 per hour (based on experience) Hours: Full-time 35+ hours per week Schedule: Monday through Friday: Afternoon and evening shifts Saturday: Morning into early afternoon shifts required Role Purpose SafeSplash Swim School is hiring dependable, confident, and organized Lead Swim Instructors / Operations Assistants to support daily swim school operations. This role combines hands-on swim instruction with leadership responsibilities. You will help keep lessons running smoothly, support instructors, assist families, and serve as the on-site point person during shifts. This is a step-up role for individuals who want consistent hours, leadership experience, and growth opportunity. Must know how to swim, especially ALL 4 strokes: Freestyle, Backstroke, BreastStroke, Butterfly. Key Responsibilities Swim Instruction & Coverage • Teach swim lessons as scheduled, • Step in to cover classes when instructors are absent, • Ensure safety and lesson quality standards are followed, • Serve as on-site shift lead, • Assist with onboarding and training new instructors, • Support instructors with questions and guidance, • Greet parents and swimmers, • Assist with customer concerns, • Assist with scheduling and attendance tracking, • Report facility or equipment issues, • Must know how to swim, especially ALL 4 strokes: Freestyle, Backstroke, BreastStroke, Butterfly., • Reliable and punctual, • Comfortable leading peers, • Calm under pressure, • Friendly and professional with families, • Willing to learn scheduling and operations systems, • Swim instruction experience preferred (training provided if needed), • Must be capable of teaching infants through adults (ages 4 months and up), • Prior experience as a swim instructor, lifeguard or in water safety roles is essential, • Background in sports coaching or teaching physical education enhances your ability to motivate learners, • Proven experience working with children or students in educational or recreational settings, • Familiarity with behavior management techniques to handle diverse student needs effectively, • Experience working in health clubs or gyms that offer swimming or aquatic fitness classes is a plus We are specifically looking for someone who: • Is a fast learner, • Applies new knowledge quickly, • Has a growth mindset, • Is a self-starter, • Takes initiative without waiting to be told, • Has a positive attitude, • Approaches challenges with a solutions-focused mindset This role is designed to grow into an Assistant Manager position as the business expands. Increased responsibility, pay, and hours are available for strong performers. Why Join SafeSplash? • Consistent hours, • Leadership experience, • Supportive team environment