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SwimWest Swim School, and Emler Swim School affiliate, offers a proven approach to water safety. We have set the standard for swim education for baby swim lessons and toddler swim lessons to adults with a progressive curriculum that grows as they learn.

Our Core Values: Safety, Service, Team, Always Learning, and Encouragement

• We believe swimming is a necessary life skill and an important part of any water safety program
• We provide high-quality swimming instruction by our friendly, energetic, and enthusiastic staff
• We continually update and improve our teaching methods
• We support Water Safety education in the community
• We believe we have the best jobs in the world
• We believe our program thrives on continual education from baby swim lessons to toddler swim lessons to adults

Our Mission Statement: The mission of SwimWest Swim School is to teach families to love to swim and become safer, more comfortable, and responsible in the water.

2-4 weekday afternoons and evenings and 1 weekend morning and/or afternoon.

Locations: 

• SwimWest Swim School - Fitchburg 
• SwimWest Swim School - Deming Way        

Compensation: $14-16/hour

Hours per week: 15-25 hours/week        

Schedule: 2-4 weekday afternoons and evenings and 1 weekend morning or afternoon.                          

Employment Start Date: Flexible start date with priority at the start of the school year and summer. 

Who We Are: SwimWest Swim School, an Emler Swim School affiliate, is working to help all children build confidence and learn to be safer in and around the water through our award-winning curriculum. Swim instructors are at the forefront of this mission and love connecting and building relationships with every one of our swimmers. Gain valuable experience and make an impact on your career success by joining our team and taking advantage of many training and mentorship opportunities. 

This job is great for candidates who enjoy active work environments and who have a passion for engaging with children in fun, meaningful ways while teaching them important water safety skills. If you do not have aquatic experience, do not worry! We provide paid training and proudly invest in our team members to provide professional development opportunities from the start. Come work with a team that values individual contributions to our culture and prioritizes team building. 

Pay and Benefits: 

• Starting teaching rates $14-16/hour
• Tuition reimbursement program for college students
• Formal training, certifications, and professional development opportunities
• Referral bonus program
• Raise opportunities for top performers

Job Description and Qualifications: 

As a swim instructor, you will be a part of an active, fast-paced work environment full of fun learning moments with our swimmers. A typical day will include the following responsibilities: 

• Complete swim instructor training within the first 2-3 weeks of employment and become a certified swim instructor. 
• Become proficient in your swim instructor role through thoughtful hands-on mentorship. 
• Manage a class of up to four students during 30-minute swim classes. 
• Work alongside experts to follow all safety standards keeping children, families and staff wellbeing top of mind. 
• Demonstrate a commitment to providing fun and engaging swim lessons and connecting and building relationships with swimmers.
• Teach and evaluate student skills regularly, celebrating their progress in the pool. 
• Be knowledgeable of the curriculum and other services offered at the facility to be able to resolve issues and provide a meaningful customer experience. 
• Create a welcoming and safe environment by authentically connecting with coworkers, swimmers and their families. 
• Work independently and as a part of a team.
• Understand teaching and customer service goals and execute daily workload to deliver outstanding service to our families. 
• Participate in our CARES community outreach opportunities that go beyond teaching life saving skills. 

We might be a great match if: 

• You are someone who is passionate about working with children and is committed to their development and growth through the use of fun and engaging learning techniques. 
• You are creative and like to think of ways to build authentic and meaningful connections with children. 
• Working in an active and energetic environment is what you are looking for in your next opportunity. If you are moving, you are grooving! 
• Following safety protocols and keeping in mind other’s wellbeing is important to you. 
• You feel like you are a fish out of water! You may not have formal aquatic experience, but you enjoy being in the water and helping others enjoy it as much as you do. 

What YOU will gain:

• Valuable Experience - Teach children in an educational environment and sharpen communication skills by providing progress updates for parents.
• Active Work Environment - Say goodbye to sitting at a desk all day and splash into the pool to stay active throughout your workday!
• Mental Wellbeing - We offer a free employee wellness program that provides resources to support the mental, physical, and financial health of our employees and their families.
• Professional Development - Receive hands-on training alongside our mentors every step of the way. We also provide frequent opportunities to become a certified mentor and trainer! 
• Community Outreach Opportunities - We go beyond teaching life saving swim skills. We actively participate in charity activities and community events through our CARES program.
• Customer Service Skills - Selling swim lessons, gaining curriculum knowledge and problem solving.

How to Apply:

• Go to https://www.swimwest.com/careers/ and submit an application.
• For questions contact Alicia Farhat at afarhat@emlerswimschool.com.

As a swim instructor, you will be a part of an active, fast-paced work environment full of fun learning moments with our swimmers. A typical day will include the following responsibilities: 

• Complete swim instructor training within the first 2-3 weeks of employment and become a certified swim instructor. 
• Become proficient in your swim instructor role through thoughtful hands-on mentorship. 
• Manage a class of up to four students during 30-minute swim classes. 
• Work alongside experts to follow all safety standards keeping children, families and staff wellbeing top of mind. 
• Demonstrate a commitment to providing fun and engaging swim lessons and connecting and building relationships with swimmers.
• Teach and evaluate student skills regularly, celebrating their progress in the pool. 
• Be knowledgeable of the curriculum and other services offered at the facility to be able to resolve issues and provide a meaningful customer experience. 
• Create a welcoming and safe environment by authentically connecting with coworkers, swimmers and their families. 
• Work independently and as a part of a team.
• Understand teaching and customer service goals and execute daily workload to deliver outstanding service to our families. 
• Participate in our CARES community outreach opportunities that go beyond teaching life saving skills. 

Go to https://www.swimwest.com/careers/ and submit an application.

For questions contact Alicia Farhat at afarhat@emlerswimschool.com.