Swim Instructor

Goldfish Careers
Mundelein, IL

Requirements:

  • Ability to work with children, no formal swim experience required, full training provided
  • Must be willing to work in the water for 3-4 hours on some shifts
  • Must be able to work 1 weekend day (Saturday or Sunday- 4 hour shift) and evenings (until 8:00pm)
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
  • MUST WANT TO HAVE FUN!
  • Age 15+


At Goldfish Mundelein - We consider 20 hours a week or more to be a full time employee that is eligible for full benefits.

Full Time:

  • 20 Hours or more (up to 30 available)
  • Set work schedule, with changes quarterly to accommodate for work/life schedule if needed
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Health Insurance with options for Dental & Vision
  • Accrued PTO from the Start
  • Valuable work experience
  • Increased social opportunities
  • Future references/referrals
  • $15-16/hr with regular increases and bonuses
  • Paid training
  • Weekly pay day (start this week, get paid next week)
  • Free lessons for siblings or children

Part Time:

  • Set work schedule, with changes quarterly to accommodate for work/life schedules if needed
  • Accrued PTO from the Start
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Valuable work experience
  • Increased social opportunities
  • Future references/referrals
  • $15-16/hr with regular increases and bonuses
  • Paid training
  • Weekly pay day (start this week, get paid next week)
  • Free lessons for siblings or children

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. If this mission sounds like something you could get behind, we want to hear from you!!

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!

We change lives. We help children reach their goals. We wear flip flops. We work in a 90-degree pool and tropical environment! We love our employees and reward hard work with shout out awards, gift cards, Lunch/Dinners and fun social events! We offer paid training and shifts that are perfect for students or folks who want to grab extra hours without working late nights. Even better?... Due to the rapid growth of our school, advancement opportunities exist for the right candidate.

At Goldfish, we are committed to keeping our team members safe while continuing to provide essential swim lessons during a pandemic. We go above and beyond health department requirements for Covid transmission prevention.


Job Title: Swim Instructor

Reports to: Deck Supervisor/Pool Operations Manager/AGM/GM

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary: Instructs students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.

Certificates and Licenses: Training available on site. Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification within 90 days of hire.


Key Words: Kids, Children, Child Care, Education, Instruction, Instructor, Teacher, Daycare, Fun Job, Part Time, Growth, Swim, School, Work with Kids, Customer Service, Receptionist, Flexible, Engaging, Early Education, Fun, Leadership, Entry Level, After School Job

Goldfish Swim School 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 goldfishswimschool.com

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.

Posted 2026-07-09

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