SS-Senior Swim Instructor
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YEB PAYROLL LLC
Bellmore, NY, US
Summary
The Senior Instructor oversees the training and continued education of swim instructors while ensuring high-quality, safe lessons. They are responsible for mentoring staff, managing the training lifecycle, and maintaining brand standards in the water.
Job Description
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives? We are looking for a dedicated Senior Instructor to oversee the training and continued education of our swim instructors. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Senior Instructor plays a key role in maintaining a safe, engaging, and exceptional product for students, parents, and staff. If you are excited about giving back to the community and making a lasting impact on children's lives, then SafeSplash is the place for you!
Benefits
- Paid Training
- Daily Pay available
- SafeSplash® Brands Curriculum Certification
- Flexible Hours
- Free Swim Lessons for immediate family of employees
- Career Growth
- Health Benefits(30+ hours per week)
- Paid time off (30+ hours per week)
- Wealth Benefits(30+ hours per week)
Responsibilities:
Curriculum / Training
- Provide initial training for new staff and ongoing training for all team members to enhance their skills and stay current with standards.
- Ensure all required certifications are obtained, current, and compliant for all required staff
- Track and manage the employee training lifecycle, including onboarding completion, required certifications, in-services, renewals, and ongoing development milestones
- Supervise instructors and lifeguards to ensure high-quality lessons and adherence to safety and brand standards.
- Coach and mentor instructors both in and out of the water.
- Assist instructors in the water with challenges they are facing with the curriculum.
- Conduct quarterly in-services to ensure continued education.
- Provide constructive feedbackto staff through evaluations or immediate feedback.
- Collaborate with the management team to determine training needs.
Safety
- Ensure the safety of our customers and report any unsafe activities, equipment or instruction to management.
- Provide feedback to instructors immediately if they are outside of curriculum safety requirements (i.e. safety distances, holds, turning backs, etc.)
Customer
- Deliver a world-class experience by addressing customer inquiries, ensuring we are delivering an exceptional product, and the swimmers are progressing.
- Assist instructors on how to communicate with parents on their child’s progress.
Job Type
- Weekdays, Weeknights and Weekends required
- 20+hours a week (seasonality can impact this)
- Work Location: On-site
Requirements
- Minimum of 6 months of teaching swim lessons at SafeSplash Swim School(preferred)
- Supervisor or team leadership experience in aquatics, education, or related field(preferred)
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while being agile and taking initiative
- Comfortable working around water and interacting with children and parents.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and be on your feet for long periods
- CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required within 30 days of hire (training available)
- Lifeguard certification; training and instructing required within 90 days (training available)
- Experience in swimming instruction is required
#STSSPO
At SafeSplash, our purpose is clear: to enable a lifetime of water safety and opportunity by teaching the joy and skill of swimming.
With more than 200 locations nationwide, we’re the largest network of swim schools in the U.S., connected by a shared curriculum, certified instructors, and a commitment to building safer, more confident swimmers at every level.
Our network also includes SwimLabs, Swimtastic, Saf-T-Swim, Miller, and Sharkies—each aligned under the SafeSplash mission. Together, we serve swimmers of all ages and abilities, from baby’s first splash to competitive athletes refining their technique.
We’re proud to offer franchise opportunities through our flagship brand, SafeSplash Swim Schools, the largest and most widely recognized name in our network. Families nationwide trust SafeSplash to deliver life-saving swim instruction rooted in safety, progress, and personalized learning.
SafeSplash is part of Youth Enrichment Brands (YEB), alongside other purpose-driven organizations such as School of Rock, i9 Sports, and Nike US Sports Camps—expanding our reach and reinforcing our shared mission to enrich lives through learning and confidence.
Whether you’re looking to make an impact in your community or invest in a business with purpose, SafeSplash offers a proven path forward—supported by the scale, systems, and mission of the nation’s leading swim school network.
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Wellness and Fitness Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
San Rafael, California
At SafeSplash, our purpose is clear: to enable a lifetime of water safety and opportunity by teaching the joy and skill of swimming.
With more than 200 locations nationwide, we’re the largest network of swim schools in the U.S., connected by a shared curriculum, certified instructors, and a commitment to building safer, more confident swimmers at every level.
Our network also includes SwimLabs, Swimtastic, Saf-T-Swim, Miller, and Sharkies—each aligned under the SafeSplash mission. Together, we serve swimmers of all ages and abilities, from baby’s first splash to competitive athletes refining their technique.
We’re proud to offer franchise opportunities through our flagship brand, SafeSplash Swim Schools, the largest and most widely recognized name in our network. Families nationwide trust SafeSplash to deliver life-saving swim instruction rooted in safety, progress, and personalized learning.
SafeSplash is part of Youth Enrichment Brands (YEB), alongside other purpose-driven organizations such as School of Rock, i9 Sports, and Nike US Sports Camps—expanding our reach and reinforcing our shared mission to enrich lives through learning and confidence.
Whether you’re looking to make an impact in your community or invest in a business with purpose, SafeSplash offers a proven path forward—supported by the scale, systems, and mission of the nation’s leading swim school network.
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Wellness and Fitness Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
San Rafael, California