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Bonus based on performance A position at British Swim School (Rowlett TX)is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact in the lives of your community to ensure ...

Swim Instructor

Syracuse, UT · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

The renowned British Swim School teaching curriculum ensures that each student in our program learns water survival skills and progresses to propulsion and stroke development in a fun and gentle ...

Swim Instructor

Mcdonough, GA · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

At British Swim School, we teach fun swim lessons, but that's not all! We shoot through the water like torpedoes toward our swimmers' goals! We are a team of fun-loving people that are serious about ...

Swim Instructor

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$12 - $18/hr

About British Swim School At British Swim School, we do not just teach fun swim lessons. We shoot through the water like torpedoes toward our goals! We are a team of people serious about saving lives ...

Swim Instructor

Vernon Hills, IL · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Working at British Swim School is so much more than just employment, it's an opportunity to teach children and adults skills that may save their life. How amazing is that?! As part of the BSS Team ...

Swim Instructor

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$14 - $16/hr

At British Swim School, we teach fun swim lessons, but that's not all! We shoot through the water like torpedoes toward our swimmers' goals! We are a team of fun-loving people that are serious about ...

Swim Instructor

Katy, TX · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Opportunity for advancement A position at British Swim School is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact in the lives of your community to ensure safe and happy ...

At British Swim School, we teach fun swim lessons, but that's not all! We shoot through the water like torpedoes toward our swimmers' goals! We are a team of fun-loving people that are serious about ...

Swim Instructor

MN · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

At British Swim School, we teach fun swim lessons, but that's not all! We shoot through the water like torpedoes toward our swimmers' goals! We are a team of fun-loving people that are serious about ...

Working at British Swim School is so much more than just employment, it's an opportunity to teach children and adults skills that may save their life. How amazing is that?! As part of the BSS Team ...

Working at British Swim School is so much more than just employment, it's an opportunity to teach children and adults skills that may save their life. How amazing is that?! As part of the BSS Team ...

Swim Instructor

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Adherence to British Swim School teaching curriculum ensures that each student in our program learns water survival skills, then progresses to propulsion and stroke development in a fun and gentle ...

Swim Instructor

Glen Mills, PA · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Training & development A position at British Swim School is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact in the lives of your community to ensure "survival of the ...

Swim Instructor

Tucker, GA · On-site

$14 - $19/hr

At British Swim School, we teach fun swim lessons, but that's not all! We shoot through the water like torpedoes toward our swimmers' goals! We are a team of fun-loving people that are serious about ...

A position at British Swim School is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact in the lives of your community to ensure "survival of the littlest". Compensation ...

Swim Instructor

Poughkeepsie, NY · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Training & development A position at British Swim School is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact in the lives of your community. Compensation and Benefits

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How much do british swim school jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for british swim school in the United States is $22.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a British Swim School instructor?

A British Swim School instructor is a certified professional who teaches swimming and water safety skills to individuals of all ages, from infants to adults. They follow a structured curriculum focused on water acclimation, survival skills, and stroke development. Instructors create a supportive and safe environment, adapting lessons to suit each student's needs and abilities. Their goal is to build confidence in the water while promoting safety and fun.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a British Swim School instructor?

To thrive as a British Swim School Instructor, you need strong swimming proficiency, lifeguard or swim instructor certification (such as American Red Cross or equivalent), and the ability to teach swimming techniques to various age groups. Familiarity with aquatic safety protocols, first aid/CPR certification, and experience using lesson planning tools are typically required. Patience, enthusiasm, and excellent communication are vital soft skills for engaging students and building trust with parents. These skills ensure a safe, supportive, and effective learning environment where students can progress and enjoy swimming.

What are some common challenges swim instructors at British Swim School may face, and how can they effectively address them?

Swim instructors at British Swim School often work with children and beginners who may have a fear of water or require extra encouragement to participate. Building trust and maintaining patience are key to helping students overcome these anxieties. Additionally, instructors frequently adapt lesson plans to accommodate varying skill levels within a single class. Effective communication with both students and their parents, as well as collaborating with fellow instructors, helps create a supportive learning environment and ensures each swimmer progresses at their own pace.

What is the difference between British Swim School vs Lifeguard?

AspectBritish Swim SchoolLifeguard
Required CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Water Safety Instructor certificationsCPR, First Aid, Lifeguard Certification
Work EnvironmentIndoor and outdoor pools, swim schools, community centersSwimming pools, beaches, aquatic facilities
Employer & Industry UsageSwim schools, private lessons, aquatic educationPublic and private pools, recreation centers, beaches
Common Search & Comparison IntentComparing swim instruction rolesComparing water safety and rescue roles

British Swim School instructors focus on teaching swimming skills and water safety to students of all ages, often working in swim schools and community pools. Lifeguards primarily ensure safety by monitoring aquatic environments and performing rescues. While both roles require CPR and First Aid certifications, British Swim School emphasizes instruction, whereas lifeguarding emphasizes safety and rescue skills.

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Infographic showing various British Swim School job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,539 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Swim Instructor at British Swim School in Orchard Park NY

British Swim School

Orchard Park, NY • On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Part-time

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Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

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Benefits:
  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid training
  • Company parties
  • Flexible schedule
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development

Location: Fox Run at Orchard Park, Orchard Park, New York
Employment Type: Part Time
Pay: $17.00 to $19.00 per hour
Limited-Time Hiring Bonus: Up to $250
Turn Your Love of Swimming into a Job That Matters
British Swim School of Buffalo is hiring enthusiastic, dependable Swim Instructors for our Orchard Park location. This part-time role is well suited to high school and college students, swimmers, lifeguards, camp counselors, coaches, and others who enjoy working with children.
Previous swim-instruction experience is not required. We provide approximately 40 hours of paid training, including online coursework and supervised in-water instruction.
Pay and Training
New instructors earn $17.00 per hour during training. After demonstrating readiness to independently teach and safely supervise classes, instructors advance to $19.00 per hour. Merit increases up to $20.00 per hour may be awarded based on performance, reliability, experience, and contribution to the team.
Candidates who complete online coursework promptly and attend at least two training shifts weekly can often finish within four to six weeks. Timing depends on availability, progress, and readiness.
Candidates may earn a $250 bonus: $100 after satisfactorily completing training and being approved to teach independently, plus $150 after completing 90 days of satisfactory employment as an independent instructor.
Schedule
Classes are offered Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings. Consistent weekly availability and reliable attendance are required.
Responsibilities
• Teach children and young adults using the British Swim School curriculum.
• Independently supervise and maintain control of classes of up to six swimmers.
• Provide safe, patient, engaging, age-appropriate instruction.
• Demonstrate swimming and water-survival skills.
• Physically support and guide swimmers as they learn.
• Recognize distress and respond immediately.
• Track attendance and skill progression.
• Give families clear, constructive feedback.
• Follow all safety, emergency, safeguarding, and facility procedures.
Qualifications
• Currently enrolled in high school or possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Comfortable and capable in and around the water.
• Enjoy working with children.
• Dependable, trustworthy, punctual, and receptive to feedback.
• Able to follow an established curriculum and maintain focus in an active aquatic environment.
• Able to complete assigned training within established deadlines.
Preferred qualifications include experience with children or swimming, freestyle and backstroke proficiency, familiarity with breaststroke and butterfly, customer-service experience, or lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, or AED certification.
Physical and Safety Requirements
This is an active, safety-sensitive, in-water position. Each instructor must independently perform all essential instructional, supervisory, physical-support, and emergency-response duties.
With or without reasonable accommodation, instructors must be able to independently teach and supervise up to six swimmers; remain in the pool for up to three or four hours with applicable breaks; enter and exit safely; bend, reach, crouch, rotate, and move through the water; demonstrate required swimming skills; physically support and reposition swimmers; maintain continuous visual and auditory awareness; communicate in a noisy environment; recognize distress; and respond immediately.
Essential duties cannot be transferred to another person or performed with ongoing physical assistance.
About British Swim School
British Swim School is a survival-first swim school. Our mission is to ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer.
British Swim School of Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination based on any status protected by federal, New York State, or local law.
Compensation: $17.00 - $20.00 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.

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