Job DetailsJob Location: The Club for Fitness - McKinleyville, CA 95519Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $17.00 - $24.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneLocation: The Club For Fitness, McKinleyville CA
Pay Transparency: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour (DOE; base rate + piece rate for swim lessons delivered); Minimum rates may vary based on local wage laws. Pay depends on factors including site location, specialty, certifications, work experience, and other business needs.
Role and Responsibilities
The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching safe and effective small group and/or private swim classes for our members and are required to hold and maintain educational standards commensurate with Active Wellness quality and commitment to aquatics safety.
Specific Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Teaches various levels and age groups in accordance with Active Wellness instructional guidelines.
Plan lessons, select appropriate drills, and evaluate the student's progress.
Present proper demonstrations and explain skills, analyze and correct performance, minimize fear, and use appropriate teaching devices.
Maintain a safe and positive teaching environment.
Attend all in-service trainings.
Maintain accurate records and prepare course completion certificates.
Perform all swimming strokes and skills taught in all levels.
Effectively communicate each student's progress either to the student directly, or to the student's parents where appropriate.
Assist with water quality testing and record keeping for pools/spa, and pool/spa equipment observation and maintenance
Administer emergency care to members and guests in need of assistance
Work as a TEAM with all other departments
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
Other Functions
Be knowledgeable about all programs and activities offered by Active Wellness
Promote wellness center services and activities
Perform routine maintenance of equipment
Assist with keeping the center well stocked and clean
Attend Active Wellness site meetings and trainings
Handle injury and illness and security incident reporting
Qualifications
Qualifications and Education Requirements
All Swim Instructors are required to perform the following performance test prior to employment and may be tested at any time throughout their employment.
Performance test are as follows:
Demonstrate all swim strokes, including freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke, butterfly, sidestroke, elementary backstroke, and treading water.
Demonstrate all skills taught in all levels.
Must be detail oriented, organized and highly responsive with a commitment to customer service
Strong verbal communication skills
Basic computer skills, customer service skills, results oriented, ability to multitask, and commitment to the fitness industry
AED/CPR/First Aid Certified
Proof of citizenship or legal status
Physical and Working Conditions
Ability to take the responsibility for the health and safety of others
Ability to stand for several hours in a same shift; ability to lift 25 lbs
Fitness club environment
Must follow OSHA and Active Wellness safety standards
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (Full Time)
Health Flexible Spending Account (Full Time)
Paid Time Off (Full Time)
Parking & Transit Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) (Eligible after 1 year of service + 1000 work hours)
Legal Support Plan
Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health Support Service
Complimentary Club Membership and Discounts on Active Products (where applicable)
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.
Active Wellness LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay Transparency: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour (DOE; base rate + piece rate for swim lessons delivered); Minimum rates may vary based on local wage laws. Pay depends on factors including site location, specialty, certifications, work experience, and other business needs.
Role and Responsibilities
The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching safe and effective small group and/or private swim classes for our members and are required to hold and maintain educational standards commensurate with Active Wellness quality and commitment to aquatics safety.
Specific Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Teaches various levels and age groups in accordance with Active Wellness instructional guidelines.
Plan lessons, select appropriate drills, and evaluate the student's progress.
Present proper demonstrations and explain skills, analyze and correct performance, minimize fear, and use appropriate teaching devices.
Maintain a safe and positive teaching environment.
Attend all in-service trainings.
Maintain accurate records and prepare course completion certificates.
Perform all swimming strokes and skills taught in all levels.
Effectively communicate each student's progress either to the student directly, or to the student's parents where appropriate.
Assist with water quality testing and record keeping for pools/spa, and pool/spa equipment observation and maintenance
Administer emergency care to members and guests in need of assistance
Work as a TEAM with all other departments
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
Other Functions
Be knowledgeable about all programs and activities offered by Active Wellness
Promote wellness center services and activities
Perform routine maintenance of equipment
Assist with keeping the center well stocked and clean
Attend Active Wellness site meetings and trainings
Handle injury and illness and security incident reporting
Qualifications
Qualifications and Education Requirements
All Swim Instructors are required to perform the following performance test prior to employment and may be tested at any time throughout their employment.
Performance test are as follows:
Demonstrate all swim strokes, including freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke, butterfly, sidestroke, elementary backstroke, and treading water.
Demonstrate all skills taught in all levels.
Must be detail oriented, organized and highly responsive with a commitment to customer service
Strong verbal communication skills
Basic computer skills, customer service skills, results oriented, ability to multitask, and commitment to the fitness industry
AED/CPR/First Aid Certified
Proof of citizenship or legal status
Physical and Working Conditions
Ability to take the responsibility for the health and safety of others
Ability to stand for several hours in a same shift; ability to lift 25 lbs
Fitness club environment
Must follow OSHA and Active Wellness safety standards
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (Full Time)
Health Flexible Spending Account (Full Time)
Paid Time Off (Full Time)
Parking & Transit Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) (Eligible after 1 year of service + 1000 work hours)
Legal Support Plan
Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health Support Service
Complimentary Club Membership and Discounts on Active Products (where applicable)
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.
Active Wellness LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Job ID: 516407784
Originally Posted on: 4/7/2026
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