Swim Instructor
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 19, 2026. Life Time scores B on the Alion truth index.
Position Summary
As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment. You will help both adults and children improve their swimming. You will teach life skills to our youngest members and evaluate their swimming ability to establish the correct swim level. You will help to maintain the cleanliness and order of our Aquatics Facilities.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Instructs swimming lessons and Aquatics events
- Responds to member questions, comments, and concerns
- Provides a safe, clean and organized pool area
- Promotes and sells all Aquatics programs and services
Minimum Required Qualifications
Education:
- Working towards a High School Diploma or GED
Years of Experience:
- Successfully complete and pass all Life Time courses upon hire
- Ability to work in a stationery position and move about the club for prolonged periods of time
- Ability to communicate and exchange information with guests who have inquiries about Life Time products and services
- Ability to swim 25 yards/meters without stopping
- Ability to routinely and repetitively bend to lift 20 lbs or less and occasionally bend to lift more than 20lbs
Licenses / Certifications / Registrations:
- StarGuard Elite Lifeguard, BLS CPR, and First Aid Certified (or bridge to StarGuard when current certification expires or within 1st year, whichever is first). For Canada, Lifesaving Society Lifeguard certification and Standard FA with CPR C.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Swim lesson instruction or coaching experience
Pay
This is an hourly position with wages starting at $16.25 and pays up to $19.25, based on experience and qualifications.Benefits
All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:
A fully subsidized membership
Discounts on Life Time products and services
401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)
Training and professional development
Paid sick leave where required by law
Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Short term and long term disability insurance
Life insurance
Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans
Parental leave and adoption assistance
Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave
Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold
Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.