Swim Instructor

Goldfish Swim School - Arlington Heights

Swim Instructor

Arlington Heights, IL
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Free uniforms

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Employee discounts

    Free food & snacks

    Position with a Purpose:

    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 swimming…it’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!

    Why You’ll Love Working at Goldfish::

    Paid Training

    Free Snacks

    Free Uniform

    +$1/hour for working 34 hours in a Bi-weekly pay period

    Perfect Attendance Bonus

    Employee of the Month Bonus

    Shift pick up bonus up to $250

    Paid time off

    Referral bonus

    Free Swim Lessons for immediate family members

    A Role Built on Relationships:

    Our Swim Instructors do more than teach lessons. They build trust with students, encourage progress, and create consistency that families count on. We value team members who want to stay, develop their skills, and become a familiar, encouraging presence for swimmers over time. At Goldfish, long-term commitment matters because relationships are at the heart of how students grow.

    Primary Responsibilities:

    Teach swimmers water safety and technique in accordance with our proprietary curriculum

    Provide positive reinforcement to swimmers

    Communicate with parents on swimmers' progress

    Schedule:

    Part-time, year-round schedule; each shift is approximately 4 hours

    Weekday evening shifts starting around 3:30 p.m.

    Weekend Saturday/Sunday shifts starting around 8:30am

    Education/Experience:

    Swim experience preferred, but not required. The desire to work with children is a must.

    Certificates and Licenses: None required to apply.

    We will train for Lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid certification.

    Each Goldfish Swim School is an independently owned and operated franchise. The respective Franchisee is the employer at each Goldfish Swim School location. Each franchisee can set their own wages, benefit programs and terms and conditions of employment, which may vary at each Goldfish Swim School location.