Phoenix Swim Academy

Phoenix Swim Academy
Location: 19901 Yorba Linda Blvd, Suite A1, Yorba Linda, CA 92886

Phoenix Swim Academy is a family-owned swim school specializing in personalized, one-on-one swim lessons for all ages and abilities—from infants as young as 6 weeks old, to children, teens, adults, and swimmers with special needs (including special needs adults). We pride ourselves on being well-rounded and inclusive, adapting our teaching to meet every swimmer’s unique needs in a patient, supportive, and confidence-building way.

Our Yorba Linda location features a private, heated outdoor pool maintained at a comfortable 90° with advanced UV filtration for crystal-clear, healthier water (gentler on skin and eyes with reduced chemicals), ensuring year-round lessons in a safe, enjoyable environment focused on water safety skills and lifelong comfort in the water.

We are hiring an experienced, well-rounded Swim Instructor for immediate start on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays! Start right away with these specific shifts, with additional hours (including potential Thursday) added soon as you complete training and settle in.

Important Note:
This is NOT a summer or seasonal job. Phoenix Swim Academy operates year-round with consistent lessons throughout the entire year. We are seeking candidates looking for ongoing, long-term work—not temporary or seasonal positions.

Job Details:

• Schedule:
• Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM (immediate start)
• Saturdays: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (immediate start)
• Pay: $23 per hour
• Start Date: Immediate for Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday once training is complete
• Training: Begins right away (Monday–Thursday preferred/available) using our proven, structured curriculum
• Employment Type: Part-time to full-time potential (weekday and additional day expansion available soon, including standby for Thursday)

Full Shift Commitment Required – No Exceptions
This position requires full availability for the entire listed shifts each day—no partial days, reduced hours, or split availability. If you cannot commit to working the complete blocks below, please DO NOT APPLY:

• Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays: full 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM (6-hour block)
• Saturdays: full 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (8.5-hour block) Applications from candidates unable to work these full shifts will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, individualized swim lessons following our curriculum, tailored to each swimmer’s age and ability
• Teach core techniques including roll to breathe / swim-float-swim (rolling from front swim to back float for breathing and rest, then resuming swim)
• Work confidently and independently with infants (6 weeks+), children, adults, and special needs swimmers (including special needs adults)
• Adapt lessons creatively and patiently to accommodate diverse needs and build trust
• Build positive, encouraging relationships with students and families
• Maintain a safe, fun, and supportive learning environment

Requirements:

• Must be an experienced swim instructor with strong swimming skills and proven teaching experience across a wide range of ages and abilities — specifically including:
• Infants (6 weeks+)
• Children and teens
• Adults (beginner through advanced)
• Special needs swimmers of all ages, including special needs adults
• MUST ALREADY KNOW HOW TO TEACH roll to breathe / swim-float-swim — this is essential for our program
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Highly reliable, punctual, dependable, patient, and compassionate
• Current certifications or immediate willingness to recertify in:
• Lifeguard certification
• CPR
• First Aid
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• AED
• WSI (Water Safety Instructor) or equivalent swim instructor certification
• Excellent communication skills and genuine enthusiasm for inclusive, adaptive teaching
• Pass background check and have reliable transportation

What We Offer:

• Immediate placement on Monday (1-7 PM), Wednesday (1-7 PM), Friday (1-7 PM), and Saturday (8:30 AM – 5 PM) with fast addition of more shifts
• Full benefits package (for eligible employees):
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k
• Competitive pay at $23/hour
• Supportive team environment in a premium, dedicated outdoor swim facility (92° heated, UV-filtered for comfort and cleanliness)
• Opportunity for growth in a well-established, inclusive local academy
• Year-round employment with consistent hours and no seasonal layoffs

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter that includes:

• Why you're interested in this role at Phoenix Swim Academy
• Your confirmation of full availability for the specified shifts (Mon/Wed/Fri 1-7 PM, Sat 8:30 AM–5 PM) and ability to start immediately after training
• Confirmation that you are seeking year-round, ongoing work (not seasonal or temporary)
• A summary of your experience teaching:
• Infants (6 weeks+) — e.g., years of experience, types of lessons, parent involvement
• Adults — e.g., beginner lessons, stroke improvement, overcoming water fears
• Special needs swimmers (including any experience with special needs adults) — e.g., autism, physical disabilities, adaptive techniques used
• Roll to breathe / swim-float-swim — describe your experience teaching this technique (how long, success examples, methods used)
• Your current certifications (WSI, Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, BLS, AED) and note if you're willing to recertify immediately

We prioritize complete applications with detailed cover letters and resumes that address the above points.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (714) 621-5454 (call to discuss or confirm receipt)

We review applications quickly and look forward to hearing from well-rounded instructors ready to join our team for the long term and help every swimmer thrive in the water!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to commit to the FULL required shifts with NO partial days?

(Required – Yes/No)

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM (full 6-hour block)
Saturdays: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (full 8.5-hour block)

TYPE OUT WHICH SHIFTS YOU CAN FULLY COMPLETE. IF YOU CAN DO ALL, TYPE ALL

• This is a YEAR-ROUND position (not seasonal or summer-only). Are you seeking ongoing, long-term employment?

REPLY YES OR NO

• Do you have proven experience teaching swim lessons to INFANTS as young as 6 weeks old?

(Required – Yes/No)
(If Yes) Please briefly describe your experience (number of years, types of lessons, etc.)

• Do you have proven experience teaching ADULT swim lessons (beginners, stroke improvement, fear of water, etc.)?

(Required – Yes/No)
(If Yes) Please briefly describe your experience.

• Do you have experience teaching swimmers with SPECIAL NEEDS, including SPECIAL NEEDS ADULTS?

(Required – Yes/No)
(If Yes) Please briefly describe the types of special needs you have worked with and any adaptive techniques you use.

• Do you already know how to teach the ROLL TO BREATHE / SWIM-FLOAT-SWIM technique?

(Required – Yes/No)
(If Yes) Briefly describe your experience teaching this skill (how long you’ve taught it, success with students, etc.).

• Do you have experience teaching strokes, turns, starts, and dives?

(Required – Yes/No)
(If Yes) Please briefly describe your experience.

Experience:

• Swim Team/Competitive Swim: 3 years (Preferred)
• Swim Instructor: 1 year (Required)
• Special Needs: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• AED Certification (Preferred)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• Lifeguard Training (Preferred)

Work Location: In person