Private Swim Instructor – In-Home Lessons ($35–$40/hr, Flexible Schedule)

Full job description

We’re hiring reliable swim instructors for private, in-home lessons across Los Angeles. We are currently looking for instructors who can serve the Santa Monica, Venice, West LA, and Culver City areas. However, candidates from all across Los Angeles are welcome. Enjoy consistent weekly clients, flexible scheduling, and minimal admin work.

Overview

Lil’ Guppies Swim School is a well-established mobile swim school that has been serving families across Los Angeles for over 20 years. We specialize in high-quality, personalized swim instruction delivered directly to our clients’ homes.

We work with students of all ages and skill levels, from infants as young as 4 months to adults, with a strong focus on water safety, confidence, and long-term skill development.

We are looking for reliable, professional instructors who take pride in their work and enjoy working with families.

Responsibilities

• Provide private, semi-private, and small group swim lessons (3+ students) at client locations (primarily at families’ homes)
• Teach students of all ages and skill levels, including infants, toddlers, children, teenagers, and adults
• Create a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment
• Adapt lessons based on each student’s pace, ability, and comfort level
• Focus on water safety, confidence-building, and skill development
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback to families
• Communicate with clients and the team through online messaging platforms
• Maintain simple lesson notes and scheduling updates using shared tracking tools (Google Sheets)
• Arrive on time, prepared, and reliable for scheduled lessons
• (Optional) Provide lifeguard services for private events if certified

Experience

• Experience working with students of all ages and abilities (instructional or educational setting preferred)
• Strong swimming skills and knowledge of strokes and technique
• Solid understanding of water safety and survival skills
• Comfortable working with all age groups, including infants
• Ability to manage small groups effectively
• Strong communication skills and a professional, friendly demeanor
• Reliable transportation (travel throughout Los Angeles required)
• Consistent availability, especially afternoons and weekends
• Responsible, punctual, and responsive
• Comfortable using online communication tools and basic platforms like Google Sheets
• Lifeguard certification is a plus (not required)

Compensation & Growth

• $35–$40 per hour
• Consistent client opportunities based on performance
• Additional paid opportunities for lifeguard services
• Instructors with strong performance and availability receive priority access to new clients
• Opportunity to grow within the team over time

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Application Instructions

To be considered, please include a brief message with:

• Your experience working with children or students
• Your availability
• The areas of Los Angeles you are able to service
• Why you would be a strong fit for this role

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 25.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• What days and times are you consistently available each week?
• Briefly describe your experience working with children or teaching.
• Are you comfortable teaching all age groups, including infants
• This role requires consistent weekly availability once clients are assigned. Are you able to commit to that?

Experience:

• Do you have experience working with children or teaching?: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person