Benefits/Perks
- Fun team atmosphere
- Competitive pay
- Flexible hours- afternoons, evenings, and or weekends
- Valuable work experience
- Increased social opportunities
Job Summary
We are seeking a friendly and encouraging Swim Instructor to join our team! As a Swim Instructor, you will teach students about water safety and swimming techniques using our approved curriculum. The ideal candidate is a strong swimmer who enjoys working with children and has a positive attitude!
Responsibilities
- Provide swim instruction based on approved curriculum.
- Enforce all safety guidelines and regulations
- Rescue swimmers needing assistance and administer First Aid and CPR when necessary.
- Visibly inspect pool and swimming areas for cleanliness and possible maintenance issues.
- Maintain and ensure proper storage of all pool equipment. Place and remove lane lines.
- Report accidents and incidents to management. Complete required documentation and paperwork.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED is preferred.
- Experience as a certified lifeguard, swimming instructor, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor, or childcare provider is preferred.
- Swimming experience preferred.
- First aid/CPR certified
- Positive attitude and friendly demeanor
- Willingness to receive training
- Strong swimming abilities preferred
Who We Are
Bulldog Swim Academy is a warm, welcoming, and high-energy swim school focused on teaching water safety, confidence, and movement literacy to children and adults. We believe learning to swim should be joyful—not stressful—and that great instruction starts with great people.
We don’t train competitive swimmers. We develop safe, confident, happy humans in the water.
What Makes Us Different
- We teach through trust, not pressure. Our instructors are friendly, supportive, and trained to meet every swimmer where they’re at—whether they’re 6 months old or 60.
- We focus on consistency and progress. From structured curriculum to visible skill tracking and badges, students (and parents) can see improvement week to week.
- We care about people. Our staff are more than employees—they’re role models, mentors, and trusted guides for every family that walks through our doors.
Our Programs
- Water Babies (6 months–3 years): Parent-child classes focused on acclimation and joyful connection
- Youth (4–12 years): Independent, skill-based instruction with safety, stamina, and technique progression
- Discover Swimming (13+): Adult lessons designed for nervous beginners or those new to the water
Join the Bulldog Team
We’re always looking for kind, energetic, and organized people who want to make a real impact. Whether you're on deck, in the water, or supporting operations behind the scenes, you’ll help families feel welcome, supported, and safe.
We offer:
- A supportive and fun team environment
- Flexible part-time schedules
- Ongoing training and opportunities for growth
- A chance to be part of a mission that matters
Bonus Perk:
You get to work alongside Gilroy the Goggle Pup, our official mascot and spirit animal of confidence in the water!