Swim Instructor/Lifeguard

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms

ABOUT STEWIE THE DUCK SWIM SCHOOL
In 1989, Kim and Stew Leonard, Jr. lost their 21-month-old son, Stewie, in a drowning accident. Since then, they have dedicated their lives to preventing this tragedy from striking other families. This includes founding the Stew Leonard III Water Safety Foundation, which has provided millions of dollars in funding for swim lesson scholarships for children in need and writing children’s books on water safety. In 2025, they will open the second Stewie the Duck Swim School in Clifton, New Jersey, next to Stew Leonard’s farm fresh food store. Stewie the Duck Swim School’s mission is to save a life one swim lesson at a time. All proceeds from the school will be used to fund swimming lessons for underserved children. 

The first Stewie the Duck Swim School opened June 2023 in Norwalk CT and is a premier, best-in-class learn-to-swim facility that makes learning to swim fun while incorporating the Stew Leonard’s stores passionate approach to customer service, world class employee training, and professional growth. Stew Leonard's has been named on Fortune' s list of "100 Best Companies to Work for in America."  The company’s culture is built around an acronym for S.T.E.W. which stands for, Satisfy the customer; Teamwork gets it done; Excellence makes it better; WOW makes it fun. 
 
ROLE SUMMARY 
Swim Instructors at Stewie the Duck Swim School will be responsible for conducting children’s swim lessons for multiple clients of different ages and skill levels.  At times, swim instructors will be asked to help fill in for lifeguards if needed. This role reports to the Aquatics Director and General Manager.
 
ROLE RESPONSIBILITY (included but not limited to)
·         Organize and instruct individual students and small groups in swim lessons and aquatic safety. 
·         Ensure lesson objectives adhere to Stewie the Duck Swim School curriculum, procedures and methods as referenced in the Training Manual and during in service trainings.  
·         Educate and enforce safety rules. Strive to prevent accidents, maintain discipline. Administer first aid in the event of injury. 
·         Complete all online work as it pertains to student records and progress reports (skill trees).
·         Assist in maintaining a clean and safe pool environment for clients, staff, and public. 
·         Act as a company spokesperson at community events by educating potential clients and community members on water safety and drowning prevention.
·         Represent the Philosophy of Stewie the Duck Swim School.
·         Perform cleaning tasks of both the pool and its surroundings as needed. 
·         Attend meetings and training sessions and ensure that training manuals, handouts, and study guides are completed if applicable or reviewed
·         Perform ad hoc duties as needed (e.g. office/clerical work, marketing & event participation, etc.). 
·         Display excellent customer service and communicate with everyone who comes to the facility. 
·         Smile and have fun during the entire shift. Ensure that the last student gets the same enthusiasm as the first student. 

 
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
·         High school diploma or equivalent (or currently enrolled with expected graduation date)
·         Experience in lifeguarding, swim instruction and/or water safety a plus.
·         Passion for the water and working with children.
·         Fun, upbeat professional demeanor, and appearance when working with clients.
·         Knowledge of general safety rules and precautions related to a swimming pool environment.
·         Professional demeanor 
·         Ability to work in a positive way with a wide range of students with special needs and ages. 
·         Appropriate and upbeat communication skills with both children and adults. 
·         Ability to perform the work schedule duties including lifting, loading, and unloading, and ability maneuver up to 40 lbs.  
·         Ability to work in and around swimming pools with exposure to chlorinated and chemically treated water.
·         Knowledge of methods of rescue, life saving techniques, artificial respiration, and first aid a plus. 
·         Possessing the following American Red Cross, certifications:
o   Lifeguard Training (LGT)
o   Water Safety Instructor (WSI) (Preferred)

Compensation: Starting $20.00 per hour depending on experience and certifications.
 
BENEFITS:
·         Competitive pay 
·         Fun team atmosphere
·         Paid training, 
·         Pay for required certifications (lifeguarding, WSI), if you do not currently possess them
·         Leadership development opportunities
·         Opportunity to have a lasting impact on a child’s life at a mission-driven company

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.