Swim Instructor - Houston, Texas, , United States

Only for registered members Houston, Texas, , United States

1 day ago

$40,000 - $50,000 (USD) per year

· Reporting to the Poolside Recreation Manager, ROCC is looking for enthusiastic, confident, motivated and qualified individuals to join our Aquatics team for Summer 2026 Swim Instructors able to teach for both group and private lessons and to assist in leading other special pr ...

Job description

Reporting to the Poolside Recreation Manager, ROCC is looking for enthusiastic, confident, motivated and qualified individuals to join our Aquatics team for Summer 2026 Swim Instructors able to teach for both group and private lessons and to assist in leading other special programs as assigned.

Part-time Seasonal Position| Competitive Commission-Based Pay Structure | Employee Meals |Complimentary On-Site Parking | Beautiful Amenities
Lessons Available Monday-Friday (Afternoon-Evenings) and Weekend (Mornings)
Must be available to start by March 9th, 2026

Duties and Responsibilities

Follows designed swim lesson curriculum
Creates goals for individual's progression
Lead and motivate participants
Ability to effectively communicate to members, guests and staff
Evaluate participant performance and progress
Records class participation for lessons and charges transactions for private lessons
Educating swimmers on water safety and life-saving principles
Teaching current and industry leading strokes and techniques
Ensure the pool or training area is neat and free of hazards
Respond to emergencies in pool or poolside in tandem with the facility safety team

Qualifications

A minimum of 1 year of Swim Lesson Teaching experience or Competitive swimming background at a high school or higher level
Possess in-depth knowledge of all four competitive strokes
Good knowledge of health and nutrition
Strong organizational and management skills
Ability to obtain Safety Training for Swim Coaches certification from American Red Cross within 6 months of hire
Ability to demonstrate swimming skills
Ability to work outside in the poolside area up to 95% of the time, exposed to sunlight, wet and humid conditions, and heat occasionally exceeding 100 degrees and cold as 50 degrees
Ability to spend long periods of time in the water
Coaching or Swim Instructor certifications from accredited organization are preferred

Personal Characteristics

Leads by example and motivates others
Thoroughly enjoys working with children
High energy, self-motivated, outgoing personality
Courteous, tactful, kind and respectful
Excellent people skills and a friendly, responsible, service-oriented attitude
Strong communication skills
Reliable and timely – able to arrive at work on time and remain at the Club for the duration of the shift

The Club and Our Benefits: We offer excellent benefits for full-time positions including: Medical, Dental, Vision; *401(k) Matching & Safe Harbor Contributions; Group/Voluntary Life Insurance; Paid Time Off; Short and Long Term Disability; Annual Christmas Bonus*; Employee Meals*; Complimentary Parking*; Employee Scholarship Program*. (*benefits available to all current employees)

Founded in 1923, River Oaks Country Club is considered among the nation's premier private clubs and is ranked number 56 of the Top 100 Golf and Country Clubs globally by Platinum Clubs of the World. Situated on 183 acres, the Club has a long-standing reputation of providing members, their families and guests with an exceptional club experience and unparalleled service.

River Oaks Country Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer: River Oaks Country Club grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Disclaimer: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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