Pool Manager Jobs in Rancho Cucamonga, CA (NOW HIRING)

$20.00 - $22.50/hour

Part-time, hourly

The Pool Lead is a part-time, entry-level leadership role at Premier Swim Academy. This position serves as the on-deck leader during assigned shifts, ensuring safe, organized, and high-quality swim lesson operations.

This is a dual-role position in which the Pool Lead will both teach swim lessons and oversee deck operations. They act as the primary decision-maker on-site when the Pool Manager is not present, supporting instructors, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring lessons run smoothly.

• Act as the on-site leader during shifts when the Pool Manager is not present
• Oversee all wet-side operations, including lesson flow, lane usage, and deck organization
• Ensure all lessons start and end on time and meet company standards
• Serve as the first point of contact for on-deck issues
• Provide real-time direction and support to Swim Instructors
• Assign and adjust instructor responsibilities as needed during shifts
• Communicate shift priorities and expectations at the start of each shift
• Report instructor performance concerns and observations to the Pool Manager
• Maintain a safety-first environment at all times
• Ensure staff are properly positioned and actively supervising
• Respond to and manage incidents in accordance with company protocols
• Complete and submit incident reports the same day
• Escalate serious incidents immediately to leadership
• Teach assigned swim lessons while maintaining leadership responsibilities
• Deliver high-quality, engaging instruction aligned with Premier curriculum
• Support Deck Leads and instructors through real-time coaching and guidance
• Reinforce training standards and expectations
• Provide feedback to support team growth and development

Requirements

Minimum

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor pool environment
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to multitask and balance instruction with operational oversight
• Commitment to safety, professionalism, and team success
• Reliable, punctual, and prepared for every shift
• Ability to obtain and maintain a StarGuard Elite Lifeguard Certification
• Current Swim Instructor Certification
• Previous experience working in an aquatics or swim lesson environment

Preferred

• Previous swim instruction experience
• Experience in a leadership or senior instructor role
• Strong understanding of swim lesson structure and progression
• Interest in growing into a Pool Manager role

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed primarily outdoors in a pool environment
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and swimming
• Ability to lift, move, and assist children and equipment as needed
• Exposure to sun, heat, humidity, and chlorinated water
• Must be able to respond quickly in emergencies

Benefits

What sets Premier apart?

Exciting Opportunities: Immerse yourself in a career that's not just about swim instructing - it's about creating memorable experiences by the water.

Professional Development: Elevate your skills with our exclusive leadership training and safety credentials, designed to boost your career and set you apart.

Build Your Resume: We're not just offering a job; we're offering a pathway to enhancing your resume and college applications. Make a splash with the right experience! 

Team Spirit: Join a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for water safety and having a great time while doing it.

Our company is an at-will employer. This means that, regardless of any provision, either you or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause for notice.

Our company is committed to equal employment opportunities. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis ["protected class"] including, but not limited to: race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform service member status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.