Head Instructor

Head Instructor

A Bit About Us

Core Values: Safety, Integrity, Fun, Community, and Growth

Splash N’ Learn is a women founded swim school created by passionate leaders who have individually built trusted and thriving swim programs. Together, they’ve launched a new and collaborative venture built on partnership, purpose, and the belief that we are stronger together.

Our mission is simple: Be a place where kids can splash, learn, and grow in a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment.

The Opportunity

In this role you will be working closely with our aquatic team. You’ll lead our swim instruction program and ensure the delivery of high-quality, effective swim lessons to participants of all ages and skill levels. This is a crucial role in creating a positive and supportive learning environment, quality control, training instructors, and fostering a passion for swimming among our students and instructors.

Who You Are

You’re a confident leader with strong communication skills, and passionate about swim education. You’re team-focused, approachable, and committed to upholding high standards in leadership, safety, and instruction. If this sounds like you, you’ll fit right in at Splash N’ Learn!

Responsibilities

• Program Management and Administration

• Enforce water safety rules and emergency procedures during lessons, maintaining constant vigilance over participants

• Demonstrate proper swim techniques and skills, fostering a positive and encouraging learning environment

• Assist in delivering engaging and effective swim lessons, offering personalized feedback and guidance to participants

• Supervise student evaluations and ensure accurate completion of skill trees and progress reports

• Maintain accurate records of attendance, class progress, and instructor schedules

• Maintain clear and open communication with participants, parents/guardians, and staff regarding class schedules, progress updates, and any pertinent information

• Address participant concerns and inquiries in a timely and professional manner

• Staff Leadership

  • Ensure that instructors adhere to the Splash N’ Learn swim curriculum and teaching philosophy
  • Guide and mentor instructors in the water, assisting various classes during shifts
  • Lead and provide mentorship to a team of swim instructors, offering guidance, training, and ongoing support
  • Assist the supervisor with any required shift-related tasks
  • Ensure that all instructors are adequately prepared for their shifts
  • Conduct comprehensive training programs for new and existing swim instructors, focusing on teaching techniques, safety protocols, and customer service
  • Assist with evaluating instructor performance, offering constructive feedback and implementing improvement plans as necessary
  • Recognize and reward outstanding instructor performance to encourage professional growth

Qualifications

• Previous experience in swim instruction
• Current LSS Swim or Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certifications
• Current Standard First Aid certification
• Current National Lifeguard or Assistant Lifeguard award
• Current Splash N’ Learn Instructor certification
• Must attend and successfully complete related mandatory and sessional training sessions
• Acceptable police check for vulnerable sector

The Skill Set

• Child and Youth Focused: Commits to assisting the personal growth and development of children and youth.
• Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner to support information sharing.
• Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction.
• Creativity and Innovation: Develops new ways or adapts existing ideas to help achieve desired result
• Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions, both internally and externally, to build enthusiasm and appreciation to achieve work related goals.
• In addition to the above competencies the Association Core Competencies are required, Commitment to Organization Vision and Values,
• Diversity, Integrity, Teamwork