Dual Swim Instructor and Lifeguard Position

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! Goldfish Swim School has been an industry leader in the swim lesson community since 2006. Our team is growing, and we are looking for team players who are enthusiastic, have a can-do perspective, and enjoy working with kids. We provide paid on-the-job training, flexible scheduling, a rewarding work environment, and a one-of-a-kind culture that will make you smile, too! The safety of our swimmers, parents and team members is of the utmost importance. Goldfish Swim School follows all CDC and WHO safety standards along with following any local guidelines. In addition here are some additional safety precautions and procedures we follow: Every shift has an on-staff cleaner to sanitize high touch areas in our lobby and pool areas Our pools are disinfected with chlorine to provide the safest swimming environment The CDC states that proper operation, maintenance and disinfection of the water with chlorine should remove or inactivate the virus Our state-of-the-art ventilation system allows fresh air to continuously circulate into our building, further minimizing the spread of any airborne virus Industry experts note that indoor pools are far superior at minimizing virus transmission than most indoor spaces If you, or someone you know, desires to work for a place where you can make a difference, explore, apply and then join us. Goldfish Swim School - Louisville is a learn-to-swim facility for kids ages 4 months to 12 years. Our proven confidence-building curriculum promotes a love of swimming and teaches children to be safer in and around the water. NOTE: The information within this posting is not all-inclusive and may be subject to change. Employee to fulfill other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Employer. Goldfish Swim School - Louisville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Compensation: $15.00 per hour 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 swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum. Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents. Makes rescues and administers first aid 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. 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 Deck Teacher duties as needed. Performs light cleaning duties such as window washing, deck mopping, trash removal etc. on occasion. Attend required/mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours. Fulfills other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Employer. Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED is preferred. Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider required. Two or more years as a swimming instructor required. Swimming experience preferred. Certificates and Licenses: Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification required. Shallow water attendant highly recommended. Work Environment: While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat and humidity. Noise level is usually moderate. Primary Responsibilities: Keep swimmers safe with lifeguard supervision Provide any first aid necessary Job Qualifications and Skills: Ability to work with children Excellent communication and organizational skills High energy Strong work ethic Must pass background examinations prior to training

Created: 2026-03-06