JOB DETAILS

Private Swim Instructor

CompanyJewish Community Center Association of Indianapolis Inc
LocationIndianapolis
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 29, 2026
About The Company
JCC Indianapolis is open to everyone and has something for everyone, from nutrition and fitness to early childhood and adult education. We provide neighborhood and community resources for the Indianapolis and surrounding areas. Since 1914, our mission has been to provide inclusive experiences that lead to personal growth and community building. For more than a century, the JCC has maintained a multi-generational, inclusive environment where all people can live, learn, play, and connect. Visit us online to learn more or to view all of our upcoming events and classes.
About the Role
 

 Private Swim Instructor

 

About the Opportunity:

Private Swim Instructors have the power to change lives. What you teach isn’t just about stroke technique, blowing bubbles or using a kickboard. It’s about building confidence, overcoming fears, and having fun while in the water. It’s about developing a skill that can not just change a life, but save it.

 

What you’ll be doing:

                

  • Teach private & semi-private lessons (children and adults)
  • Schedule private lessons directly with participants 
  • Be a role model for water safety
  • Work with participants to set and achieve goals
  • Embrace and model the JCC Internal Service Standards of Respect, Gratitude, Communication, The Golden Rule, and Ownership/Accountability 

              

What you bring to the table:

  • Experience in swim coaching or teaching
  • Ability to follow an emergency action plan
  • Friendly, professional, patient and empathetic
  • Team player  
  • CPR/AED and first-aid certified

 

What we offer:

  • Pay rate: $18-$27/hour (depending on type of lesson, credentials of instructor, level of instruction)
  • Free JCC membership & discounts on programs and services
  • Great culture, great teammates, great work environment
  • Beautiful campus on 43 acres

 

 

 

Work Schedule

Variable including afternoons, evenings and weekends 

 

Work Environment

Exposure to chlorinated water of varying temperatures, outdoor weather elements including high temperatures and bright sunlight, wind, light rain. Must be able to visionally see and hear swimmers and tolerate noise. Must be able to enter/exit pool using ladder and lift up to 50 lbs (and/or assist with lifting greater weights). 

 

Key Skills
Swim instructionWater safetyCPRAEDFirst-aidCoachingCommunicationPatienceEmpathySchedulingCustomer service
Categories
Sports & RecreationEducationSocial Services
Benefits
Free JCC membershipDiscounts on programs and services
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The instructor will teach private and semi-private swimming lessons to children and adults while modeling water safety. They are responsible for scheduling sessions directly with participants and helping them achieve their swimming goals.
📋Job Type
part time
💰Salary Range
$18 - $27
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
55
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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