Job Description

Aquatics Director - Instructor/Lifeguard Trainer

& Product Quality Leader

SafeSplash Swim School - Sioux Falls, SD

$25-$30/hr | Part-Time | Up to 30 Hours/Week

Schedule:

Mon-Thurs 2:00/2:30 PM-7:30/8:00 PM
Saturdays 8:00 AM-1:30 PM

Make a Splash in Your Aquatics Career!

SafeSplash Swim School is growing--and we're looking for a

high-energy Aquatics Director

who loves people, coaching, and top-tier water safety. If you're someone who thrives on the pool deck, loves supporting instructors, and gets fired up about quality swim instruction, you'll feel right at home here.

This is a

leadership role

that blends the best of aquatics, coaching, and program development. You'll shape the performance of our teams, strengthen our curriculum execution, and help ensure every swimmer receives a safe, consistent, progression-focused experience.

About SafeSplash Sioux Falls

We operate

three warm-water indoor swim schools

across Sioux Falls, offering:

Group, Semi-Private & Private Learn-to-Swim Lessons

Adaptive Aquatics

(with a Certified Occupational Therapist)

WAVE

Pre-Competitive Swim Program

SwimJams

Fast-Track Clinics Water safety education powered by our

S.A.F.E.R. Swimmer Promise

Our mission is simple:

High-quality, safe, consistent swim instruction that helps every swimmer become a safer swimmer for life.

What You'll Do as Aquatics Director

This is not a "sit in the office" job--you'll be

on deck

, coaching, guiding, observing, and elevating instructors every shift. You'll teach lessons occasionally to stay connected to our curriculum, but your primary role is

staff development + program quality

.

Your Impact Includes:

1?. Training & Onboarding

Lead all new hire training (online, in-water, and deck-based) Coach instructors through 20+ hours of structured development Adapt training to every instructor's personality and learning style Track progress using training logs and QA tools

2?. Growing Lead Instructors

Mentor Lead Instructors to deliver "the vision of good" Deepen curriculum mastery and pacing Support leadership development across all three locations

3?. Observations & Coaching

Conduct most monthly/quarterly instructor evaluations Deliver supportive, actionable feedback Jump in the water when needed to

demo skills like a pro

4?. Swimmer Progression Support

Use the S.A.F.E.R. Swimmer Dashboard to identify stalled swimmers Build improvement plans with instructors Support accurate tracking and timely level-ups Assist with Touch Points, progress talks, and VIP follow-ups

5?. Product & Curriculum Rollouts

Stay ahead of curriculum changes Lead rollout trainings across all locations Support SwimJams & WAVE program integration

6?. Documentation & Quality Assurance

Maintain clear records for training, observations, and development cycles Support consistency and long-term improvement across the program

7?. Customer Service & Culture Leadership

Model our kid-focused, safety-first culture Support families with placement, progress, and questions Lead with positivity, professionalism, and teamwork

8?. Hiring & Team Development

Assist in interviewing and selecting top-tier candidates Support staffing, coverage, and labor efficiency

The Kind of Leader We're Looking For

You might be a perfect fit if you're:

Product-Obsessed:

You love curriculum, technique, and water safety

A Natural Coach:

You thrive on helping others grow

Detail-Oriented:

You catch the small things that make a big difference

A Strong Communicator:

Clear, supportive, confident

A Culture Builder:

You fuel positivity and bring people together

A Role Model:

You set the standard for professionalism and safety

Job Requirements

Strong leadership & coaching instincts Excellent customer service skills Available afternoons/evenings + Saturdays Able to work across three SF locations Strong computer/technology comfort

American Red Cross LGI/LGIT

(or willingness to obtain)

Strongly Preferred:

Swim instruction or lifeguard experience Aquatics management or deck leadership Experience working with kids & families Basic pool operations knowledge (or desire to learn)

Compensation & Benefits

$25-$30/hour

401(k) with 3% employer match

Paid Lifeguard Certification & Recertification

Paid SafeSplash Curriculum Training

Free swim lessons for immediate family

Flexible scheduling (some remote work possible) Supportive, fun, team-centered culture Multiple long-term

career growth pathways

Ready to Lead, Teach, and Make an Impact?

We'd love to meet you!

Apply now on

Indeed

or Email your resume to:

dsobocinski@safesplash.com

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 - 30 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid training Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement
Experience:

Swim Instruction : 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person