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title: Swim Instructor at SwimKids Swim School
description: SwimKids Swim School is hiring for the Swim Instructor role in Woodbridge, VA.
  Pays $14–$17 per hour. See the full description and apply.
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| **Company** | SwimKids Swim School |
| **Location** | Woodbridge, VA |
| **Salary** | $14/hr - $17/hr |
| **Type** | Part Time |
| **Posted** | Sep 22, 2026 |
## Description

## Job Highlights

Our team is on a mission to create a safe, fun, and encouraging environment where kids not only learn to swim - they thrive! As a swim instructor, you'll be the heart of the experience: teaching life-saving water safety skills while having a blast and making memories that last a lifetime.

We've earned top employer awards nationwide, and it's all thanks to our amazing team members. Ready to dive in?

**Why You'll Love It Here:**

- **Get Paid to Have Fun** - Seriously. Play games, cheer on kids, and splash around while teaching life skills.
- **No Experience? No Problem!** - We offer *paid, hands-on training* so you feel confident from day one.
- **Join a Crew That Feels Like Family** - We're big on team bonding, celebrating wins, and supporting one another.
- **Build Your Skills** - Communication, leadership, time management - you'll sharpen them all here.

## Responsibilities

**What You'll Be Doing:**

- Training with an experienced mentor to learn our proven swim instruction methods
- Teaching weekly lessons and cheering on student milestones
- Creating positive, trusting relationships with students and parents
- Keeping safety a top priority for everyone in and around the pool
- Getting your steps in! This is an active, on-your-feet (and in-the-pool) role
- Teaching classes for kids of all ages, from 6 months to 12 years - every age group brings new energy!

**Your Schedule:**

- Set shifts that include evenings and weekends
- Great hours for students and part-timers
- Opportunities to pick up more hours as you grow with us!

## Qualifications

**What It Takes:**

- Must love working with kids and bringing positive energy
- Reliable, safety-minded, and professional with great communication skills
- Ability to work evenings and weekends on a set schedule
- Comfortable in the water and active on your feet
- Previous teaching or swim experience a plus, but not required - we provide paid training!

## Pay Range

USD $14.00 - USD $17.00 /Hr.

## Pay and Perks

**What You'll Earn:**

- The pay range for this position is $14.00-$17.00 per hour, depending on experience, skills, and certifications.
- Entry-level team members start at the beginning of the pay range, with regular opportunities for pay increases as they grow.

**Perks That Make a Difference:**

- Tuition reimbursement program for students
- Referral bonus program
- Pay raises for top performance and certifications
- FREE employee wellness program
- Voluntary Aflac supplemental insurance plans at discounted rates
- Discounts on pet insurance and products and services through LifeMart
- Voluntary 401(k)
- Paid sick leave as required by State law
- Tons of growth opportunities to become a mentor or leader!

**What You'll Gain:**

- **Experience that stands out** - Skillsets developed in this environment are transferable to many industries and careers, especially those involving working with children.
- **Active lifestyle** - No desks, just splashes!
- **Mentorship and leadership** - Learn from the best and grow into a trainer or lead
- **Feel-good impact** - Be the reason a child learns to swim, gains confidence, and has FUN doing it
- **Teamwork and community** - From school supply drives to swim scholarship fundraisers, we love giving back

## Ready to Make a Difference?

We believe swimming is a **life skill, not just a sport**, and we take pride in teaching it in a way that's joyful, safe and unforgettable. Emler Swim and Gymnastic Schools expand across 12 states and over 60 locations, continuing to grow and provide memorable experience for families nationwide.

*The position will remain open for up to 30 days from the posting date or until it is filled, whichever comes first.* 

*Emler Swim and Gymnastic Schools participate in E-Verify to ensure all team members are authorized to work in the U.S. All applicants are subject to a background check following a conditional offer of employment.*
## Skills

- Teaching
- Swimming Instruction
- Communication
## Benefits

- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Pet Insurance

## How to Apply

[Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/swim-instructor-at-swimkids-swim-school-01a0b26f-7a40-7b31-a904-d7d34ea65c7d?utm_source=ai_markdown)

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