Swim Instructor Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

Swim Instructor (part-time, year-round)
If you love working with kids in a fun environment and saving lives at the same time, this is the job for you!!
About Us:
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". British Swim School of Reno-Carson is a locally owned and managed business. Become a starting team member to grow with us!
Compensation and Benefits

• Pay starts at $17-25/hour, based on experience and with possible opportunities for promotions/pay increases.
• Paid training
• Opportunity to make a difference in your community.
• Birthday off and paid

The Position:
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 saving lives and having fun while doing it!
Working at British Swim School you will notice that...

• We look for bright, energetic people, willing to roll up their sleeves, take on new assignments, and juggle many things at once while happily asking, "is that all you've got?"
• In return for your efforts, you'll have an opportunity to work for a fast-growing, creative, and culture-driven company with a prudent opportunity for growth. You'll also get to help promote a life-changing learning experience and growing team every day.

Being a swim instructor, you will be provided the training to teach swim lessons to children and adults, starting at 3-months old, following the British Swim School aquatics program that is gentle, fun, and progressive. You will be assigned to a class schedule developed by manager(s) and interact with swimmers, and parents and/or guardians.
This is a year-round position at indoor pools with flexible hours (minimum 8 hours/week up to 30). Part-time to start with the opportunity for full-time and potential growth within the organization.
Your Typical Responsibilities:

• Reports directly to and supports the Aquatics Manager and/or Business Owner.
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training and program standards, maintaining certifications throughout employment.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, mornings, weekends and holidays as required by business needs.
• Work in an environment where noise levels are usually moderate to high and be in the water for the duration of the shift.
• Create a fun, professional and safe environment for all students and parents.
• Assist and guide parents and swimmers on the pool deck as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 16 years of age or older and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Enthusiastic personality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Comfortable leading in a small group setting.
• Comfortable in and around the water. Strong swimming skills are a plus but can be taught and developed!
• Must maintain certifications throughout the length of employment.
• Must complete all required British Swim School Aquatics-specific training and testing.
• Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certification(s) preferred (but can be obtained during training)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with children.
• Customer service skills: 1 year preferred
• Swim Instructor or general teaching experience preferred but not required.

Here at British Swim School, we are more than just a fun, surface-level swim lesson provider. We strive to make a substantial impact within our communities to combat the tragically high child drowning statistics. We invest in quality team members to teach our lessons with the mindset that we are two schools in one, a survival school first and a learn-to-swim school second. As a result, we can support our mission "to ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer".
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 - 30 per week
Compensation: $17.00 - $30.00 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.