Note: We’re not currently hiring for summer only roles and are considering permanent, year-round staff only. Since our class schedule stays the same each week, team members must have consistent weekly availability. We’re unable to accommodate rotating schedules (such as A/B school schedules).

What Makes You a Perfect Fit:

Are you looking for a job where you can make a difference every day? Are you energetic and enthusiastic about helping others? Are you someone with patience, flexibility, & compassion? If so, please consider joining Northern Virginia's Top Rated Swim School - Propel Swim Academy!

Comfortable in the water, but no formal swim experience? No problem! We provide Full, Paid Training on-site for all new swim instructors! We are a growing small business with various opportunities to grow into a professional career!

We teach life-saving skills to children in a fun, family-friendly learning environment and we want YOU to join our team!

Experience working with kids is strongly preferred. Coaching, babysitting, or anything similar is great!

Hourly Wages:

$17 - $22 an hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Growth Opportunities:

Personal and professional growth are very important to us as a company. All of our Swim Lesson Leaders began their journey with us as part-time Swim Instructors! We hire from within for all swim lesson management positions and we are actively filling the management roles of Mentor Instructor & Deck Supervisor. To be considered for these roles, team members begin as Swim Instructors to learn our curriculum, culture, and build relationships with the team. If you are looking for an opportunity to take on new challenges, learn new skills, and develop into a full time management position, this job is for you!

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Paid training + ongoing support to help you succeed.
• Guaranteed schedule. We will never cut your hours!
• Competitive pay with performance-based raises every 6 months.
• Health insurance with employer contributions for full-time staff working 30+ hours.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time staff working 30+ hours.
• Tuition assistance to support your education and career growth.
• Family discounts on swim lessons.
• Propel rewards program: earn gift cards, company shirts, hoodies, backpacks, towels, and more!
• Fun perks: staff snack bar, supportive team culture.

OneTeam360:

OneTeam360 is a team performance tracking and incentives program that is based on a daily points system. Team members earn points every time they work! The number of points a team member has determines their "Level". At each Level, the team member earns an awesome perk! Perks range from t-shirts, gift cards, or other swag items!

Responsibilities:

• Teach within our swim curriculum and help students achieve their swim goals!
• Have fun! Create an amazing swim lesson experience for our swimmers.
• Educate and enforce safety rules to prevent accidents & maintain discipline.
• Use appropriate oral communication skills with children and coworkers.
• Be a team player and work well with others!
• Have a positive, enthusiastic attitude.

Requirements:

• A genuine love for working with and teaching children
• Experience working with children (volunteer or paid preferred)
• Comfortable in the water. A swimming background is a plus, but not required
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with both children and teammates
• Consistent weekly availability (our schedule stays the same each week, so rotating schedules aren’t a fit)
• Availability to work evenings and/or weekends
• A commitment to reliability and attendance (instructors are expected to maintain at least 90% attendance for their scheduled classes)
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Willingness and ability to be in the water for up to 4 hours per shift

If you love an active, family-focused, educationally driven work environment, please consider working with Propel Swim Academy! We are currently hiring for part-time positions. Our employees are very important to us as you are the face of the school! We are a family-owned and operated business that strives to create an amazing experience for both our employees and our customers!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work year-round? (not just summer or school breaks)
• Can you commit to a consistent weekday schedule starting at or around 3:00 p.m. each week? (Our schedule does not allow for alternating availability.)
• Do you have any childcare experience (babysitting, teaching, nannying, etc.)? If yes, please provide details.
• Do you have any swimming background? If yes, please provide details.
• Are you available for any of the shifts listed below? If yes, please specify:

Mondays 3:00pm-7:15pm
Fridays 3:00pm-7:15pm
Saturdays 8:20am-1:15pm
Sundays 8:20am-1:15pm

Work Location: In person