Swim Instructor

Jonathan Club is an upscale, members-only, private club located in Santa Monica on the beach.

Club facilities include food & beverage outlets both casual and fine dining, luxurious meeting spaces, and a state-of-the-art athletics facility featuring wellness programs and spa services. Jonathan Club is looking to hire both seasonal and year-round, part time, versatile swim instructors to join our growing program.

Located a mile away from the Santa Monica Pier, JC Aquatics is a highly creative team that works with a range of swimmers from beginner to advanced. At our indoor facility you have the opportunity to contribute your skills to a continuously growing Aquatics program. We welcome your ideas and would love to add your skill set to our program and our team We offer private lessons and group programs such as Junior Guards preparation, Pre Team, Intro to Water Polo, Fundamentals, and a Master's group class. As well as summer open water events.

A highlight of working here is that meals are provided and you can see the ocean from our break room. You also have the opportunity to step outside and take your breaks in the sand. Another great benefit of working here is that after two years of employment you will have the opportunity to apply for the Jonathan Club Scholarship Program for yourself and/or dependents. This is a fantastic opportunity that can help you reach your educational goals. We also have a supportive 401k program for eligible employees.

Coaches must commit to working at minimum one consistent day a week and one consistent weekend shift. Our program is scheduled in a 3 month block, so coaches must be able to offer and commit to their schedules in advance. Flexible but consistent, hours are great for working around school schedules or another job. We are looking to hire year-round, part time coaches. Closer to the start of summer, seasonal coaches. 3 years of competitive swim team experience, aquatic related sports or experience working with kids is preferred. Both Lifeguard and WSI are required before you can teach at our top rate. Often when you are not teaching, parts of your shift will include lifeguarding. Our rates are variable and will be explained with interest during an interview.

Requirements

-Must be a self-starter who is capable of working alone and with a team

-Must be confident with multiple children who are at different swim levels in the same group

-Must attend in-service trainings as part of team

-Must be ok getting in and out of the water multiple times

-Must be able to respond to an emergency in a calm, effective manner

-Capable of lifting 30+ pounds overhead

-Willing to assist other coaches when needed

-Light office work when not on deck

-Willing to lifeguard if needed

-Current Water Safety Instructor certification

-Current Lifeguard certification

-Availability to work weekends

Other things we look at:

-Growth mindset, lifelong learners

-Caring, compassionate, empathetic, energetic individuals

-Great customer service skills

-Strong problem solving/critical thinking skills

-Additional experience such as water polo, synchronized swimming, kids theater is welcome

-Experience and enjoyment working with kids

Perks & Benefits

-Flexible, stable hours- great to work around school schedule or another job

-Scholarship opportunity after working for 2 years

-Tuition reimbursement program

-Employee parking available

Pay Rate: $18/hour - S23.00/hour

At Jonathan Club, our values of Family, Community, Wellness, Respect, and Passion are at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to enrich the lives of our members by providing an extraordinary experience at both the Town and Beach clubhouses.

Embracing diversity of interests, friendships, and community outreach, we are committed to creating a welcoming environment that fosters lifelong connections.

Jonathan Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/Veteran. Jonathan Club will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for hiring

Salary Description

$18/hour - $23/hour