Aquatics Coordinator

Company Description: 

Jump into a career at FOSS! It is no secret that at FOSS, we Love Water. We were founded on the premise that anyone can learn to swim well, unlocking opportunities for a lifetime. Since 1993, we’ve been helping kids and adults swim more safely and achieve their dreams. FOSS is a premier swim school with 30+ schools across the Midwest and we are poised for growth. You’ll find a welcoming place full of diverse perspectives where YOU, and your work, matter. Collaboration and a willingness to learn are keys to what drives us forward. 

This position is a dive into our career opportunities. At Foss Swim School, we believe and have proven success with internally promoting our talented team members to advance their careers. We provide continuous trainings and offer education assistance to develop and equip our team members for their next career opportunity. 

Check out this link to learn more about our team members. https://vimeo.com/760077423 

Position Purpose: 

The part-time Teacher Assistant is responsible for supporting swim teachers with the teaching of classes, management of equipment and the deck. This role plays a significant role in customer service and overall school impression with our swimmers and parents/guardians. 

Main Responsibilities as a Teacher Assistant:

Teacher Training 

• Support Swim Teachers in delivering high quality instruction using FOSS swim school tools, techniques, and mechanisms 
• Engage teachers by helping manage classes 
• Answer questions from teachers and parents/guardians 
• Assist with equipment management and distribution 
• Create welcoming environment and culture 

Pool Safety 

• Educate on water awareness with teachers, students, and parents/guardians 
• Maintain FOSS training standards 
• Support successful class management 

Customer Service 

• Be present in and out of the schools as a FOSS Brand Ambassador 
• Build relationships with customers to create loyalty and excitement about the Foss Brand Purpose, programming, and community 

Facility Care 

• Upholds facility cleanliness standards 

Qualifications: 

• 1 year employed at FOSS preferred, not required. 
• Required to complete the Certified Trainer Program. 
• Experience in retail, health and fitness, restaurant, or other related experience preferred. 
• Availability to work days, evenings, and weekends. 
• Ability to participate in organizational, employee or community engagement events as necessary. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Self-motivated with a desire to achieve results and excel individually and as a team. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. 
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information, possess a high degree of personal integrity and sound judgment. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

Working Conditions: (if applicable) 

• Ability to work in water and demonstrate the physical movements necessary to teach the FOSS Swim Path curriculum. 
• Work in an indoor pool facility that will be warm and humid with water temperatures up to 91 degrees. 
• Ability to work in areas exposed to noise, chemicals, and industrial equipment and supplies. 
• Speak with others, including children, using clear, professional, and age-appropriate language. 
• Move up and down stairs, service ramps, and/or ladders. 
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. 
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing 15 pounds without assistance and heavier lifting or movement tasks with assistance. 
• Review documents, computer monitors or displays with potentially small print. 
• Operate a computer, handheld device such as an iPad, phone and other common office tools or controls. 
• Mentally focus on tasks and apply sound reasoning and judgement. 

Compensation Details:

• Starting at $20.50 per hour 

Team Member Benefits & Perks: 

• Position Specific Training 
• Advanced Skill Training 
• Competitive Compensation 
• 401(k) with company match 
• Employee Discount – 25% off Retail 
• Free Swim Lessons for Dependents 
• Referral Bonuses 
• Growing company with Advancement Opportunities 

*Benefits vary by full-time and part-time. 

Foss is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.