Goldfish Swim School
Swim Instructors & LIfeguards
Goldfish Swim School, Chesapeake, Virginia, United States, 23320
Tropical Vibes & Impacting Lives!
You feel it the moment you walk in. There's more than vibrant colors, a tropical theme and happy children. There's something different, something extraordinary. Something truly GOLDEN. It's passion. Not just a passion for kids or a passion for swimmingit's a special passion for changing
even saving
lives, by being a part of kids learning to swim. When you work at Goldfish, you're not just an employee. You're a part of something bigger. You're making an impact; a splash in the lives of the children in your community. You're an integral part of a team, working together to move forward a mission. You're also making waves in your future, learning life lessons in and out of the pool through mentorship, leadership and passion. At Goldfish, it's more than a job - it's an endless pool of possibilities, opportunities and life-changing moments! Making Waves with Passion, Purpose & Core Values!
At Goldfish, our core values are at the heart of everything we do, and behind every decision that we make. To us, these values are more than just words - they're embraced with purpose in our everyday lives, and what allows us to make a splash in our community, and in the lives of our members and our team! We go above and beyond with every detail to create a GOLDEN Experience! We believe in nurturing a culture that provides WOW! Customer Service We do the right things, make the right decisions and treat people with Integrity
Compassion
Trust We meet and exceed expectations so you see Extraordinary Results We make a big deal about life's accomplishments by remembering to Celebrate! Benefits
Flexible schedule Free food & snacks Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Training & development Requirements
Ability to work with children Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills Must pass background examinations (included with training) Must pass 1st Aid, CPR and swim instructor (included with training) Must pass requirements for shallow water lifeguard attendant Job Title
Swim Instructor & Lifeguard Reports To
Deck Supervisor FLSA Status
Non-Exempt Summary
Instructs students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum. Duties and Responsibilities
Provides positive reinforcement and teaches swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum. Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents. Maintains constant surveillance and recognition, makes appropriate rescues and administers first aid when necessary, according to facility EAP until the arrival emergency medical services. Ensures that medical services are contacted by most appropriate means when necessary to respond to an emergency reports Advances through cross-training in multiple roles and substitutes when necessary Evaluates students' progress, and completes required paperwork in a timely manner. Interacts with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students' swim skills. Is required to work in a wet, humid environment on every shift. Acts as a GSS "ambassador" to ensure parental satisfaction. Uses problem solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter. Inspects pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues. Reports issues to management as appropriate. Maintains and ensures proper storage of all pool equipment. Places and removes lane lines. Reports accidents and incidents to management. Completes required documentation and paperwork. Performs light cleaning duties such as window washing, deck mopping, trash removal etc. on occasion. Attends required/mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours. Fulfills other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Employer. Education/Experience
Ability to work with children and adults. Excellent communication and organizational skills. High energy and willingness to learn and adapt. Previous experience with swimming preferred. Ability to obtain Lifeguard certification requirements. Strong work ethic. Must be able to pass background check prior to training. High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required. Certificates and Licenses
Swim Instructor, Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred. Shallow water attendant highly recommended. Must obtain lifeguard cert (included in training) Work Environment
While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to water heat and humidity. Noise level is usually moderate. Compensation: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour
You feel it the moment you walk in. There's more than vibrant colors, a tropical theme and happy children. There's something different, something extraordinary. Something truly GOLDEN. It's passion. Not just a passion for kids or a passion for swimmingit's a special passion for changing
even saving
lives, by being a part of kids learning to swim. When you work at Goldfish, you're not just an employee. You're a part of something bigger. You're making an impact; a splash in the lives of the children in your community. You're an integral part of a team, working together to move forward a mission. You're also making waves in your future, learning life lessons in and out of the pool through mentorship, leadership and passion. At Goldfish, it's more than a job - it's an endless pool of possibilities, opportunities and life-changing moments! Making Waves with Passion, Purpose & Core Values!
At Goldfish, our core values are at the heart of everything we do, and behind every decision that we make. To us, these values are more than just words - they're embraced with purpose in our everyday lives, and what allows us to make a splash in our community, and in the lives of our members and our team! We go above and beyond with every detail to create a GOLDEN Experience! We believe in nurturing a culture that provides WOW! Customer Service We do the right things, make the right decisions and treat people with Integrity
Compassion
Trust We meet and exceed expectations so you see Extraordinary Results We make a big deal about life's accomplishments by remembering to Celebrate! Benefits
Flexible schedule Free food & snacks Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Training & development Requirements
Ability to work with children Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills Must pass background examinations (included with training) Must pass 1st Aid, CPR and swim instructor (included with training) Must pass requirements for shallow water lifeguard attendant Job Title
Swim Instructor & Lifeguard Reports To
Deck Supervisor FLSA Status
Non-Exempt Summary
Instructs students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum. Duties and Responsibilities
Provides positive reinforcement and teaches swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum. Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents. Maintains constant surveillance and recognition, makes appropriate rescues and administers first aid when necessary, according to facility EAP until the arrival emergency medical services. Ensures that medical services are contacted by most appropriate means when necessary to respond to an emergency reports Advances through cross-training in multiple roles and substitutes when necessary Evaluates students' progress, and completes required paperwork in a timely manner. Interacts with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students' swim skills. Is required to work in a wet, humid environment on every shift. Acts as a GSS "ambassador" to ensure parental satisfaction. Uses problem solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter. Inspects pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues. Reports issues to management as appropriate. Maintains and ensures proper storage of all pool equipment. Places and removes lane lines. Reports accidents and incidents to management. Completes required documentation and paperwork. Performs light cleaning duties such as window washing, deck mopping, trash removal etc. on occasion. Attends required/mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours. Fulfills other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Employer. Education/Experience
Ability to work with children and adults. Excellent communication and organizational skills. High energy and willingness to learn and adapt. Previous experience with swimming preferred. Ability to obtain Lifeguard certification requirements. Strong work ethic. Must be able to pass background check prior to training. High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required. Certificates and Licenses
Swim Instructor, Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred. Shallow water attendant highly recommended. Must obtain lifeguard cert (included in training) Work Environment
While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to water heat and humidity. Noise level is usually moderate. Compensation: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour