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Updated March 14, 2024
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Example swimming instructor/life-guarding requirements on a job description

Swimming instructor/life-guarding requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in swimming instructor/life-guarding job postings.
Sample swimming instructor/life-guarding requirements
  • Valid certification in lifeguarding and/or swimming instruction
  • Ability to remain calm in emergency situations
  • Knowledge of first-aid and CPR
  • Ability to recognize potential hazards in a pool environment
  • Ability to communicate effectively with swimmers and staff
Sample required swimming instructor/life-guarding soft skills
  • Possess excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to manage time efficiently
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Ability to remain patient and professional in stressful situations
  • Excellent problem-solving skills

Swimming instructor/life-guarding job description example 1

Goldfish Swim School swimming instructor/life-guarding job description

Smile… it’s a small action that makes a big difference!


We have a mission to teach kids how to swim and be safer, in and around the water, while making their experience GOLDEN! We desire to maintain a “get it mentality, a “want it” attitude and the “capacity” to learn and grow professionally and personally. That is “why we smile!


Goldfish Swim School Core Values
:
• 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, and TRUST.
• We meet and exceed expectations, so you see EXTRAORDINARY RESULTS.
• We make a big deal about life’s accomplishments by remembering to CELEBRATE!

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!


Role: Lifeguard


Summary: Under general supervision, ensures the safety of patrons of Goldfish Swim School - New Rochelle,(Whager Two LLC) by preventing and responding to emergencies.


Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of guests in the event of an accident or emergency
• Communicates the rules of the facility to patrons fairly and consistently
• Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
• Ensures that medical services are contacted by most appropriate means when necessary to respond to an emergency.
• Advance through cross-training in multiple roles and substitutes when necessary
• Provide a Golden Experience to our students, families, and team members.


Job Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to work with children
• Prior related leadership and teaching experience is preferred (supervisory roles)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must pass background examinations prior to training

If you, or if you know of someone who desires to work for a place where you can make a difference, explore, apply and then join us.

Goldfish Swim School - New Rochelle (Whager TWO LLC) 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. For additional information see www.goldfishswimschool.com

NOTE: The information within this posting is not all-inclusive and may be subject to change. GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL - New Rochelle (WHAGER TWO LLC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All associated locations are independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to Goldfish Swim School Corporate.

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.

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Updated March 14, 2024

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