Great pay but not very many hours - Swim Instructor Foss Swim School Employee Review

5.0
Apr 10, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

the pay is good for the position, and the people at this location are great. some opportunities for further training and pay increases are available as well. The pool is indoors and is kept very warm. good support is available from leadership if you get challenging students. Additionally weekday pay is $20/hour and weekend pay is around $23/hour. Also if you take a substitute shift, that's an extra $1/hour.

Cons

its really difficult to get a schedule of more than twenty-ish hours per week. They keep all of their instructors part time due to the physical demand of the job (its not that bad). of course they are usually in need of substitutes, so it is possible to up your hours that way, just not guarenteed

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Foss Swim School Response
1y
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us! We're glad to hear that you’re enjoying the pay, the team, and the support from leadership. It’s also great to know that the pay structure for weekdays, weekends, and substitute shifts is working well for you. We understand the concern about part-time hours and appreciate your feedback on this. While the teaching role is intentionally part-time to help prevent burnout—since working in the water can be physically demanding over long periods—we recognize that some team members may want more hours. Opportunities for growth, such as our customer support specialist position or exploring different leadership positions, can help increase your hours and allow for more involvement within the company. Regarding your feedback about professionalism, we’re glad that the environment allows for positive relationships between coworkers and management. We’re always working to maintain that balance between a relaxed atmosphere and professionalism. Thank you again for your review! If you ever want to discuss ideas or opportunities in more detail, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We're happy to support you in your journey with us!

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
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Pros

Great management - lots of lessons but well formatted and comprehensive training.

Cons

Can be overwhelming to new instructors.

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Foss Swim School Response
1w
Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad to hear you had a positive experience with our management team and found our training to be comprehensive. We understand that getting started can feel overwhelming, which is why we encourage new instructors to move through training at a pace that works for them. Our team is always here to provide the support and resources needed to help every instructor feel confident and successful.
3.0
Jun 19, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Gives you space to really develop yourself skills if this is something you want to do.

Cons

It has become corporate and money driven. The bottom line is becoming more important than families. Things feel chaotic and corporate doesn’t communicate well. Management is constantly over worked and underplayed. There is no way to accomplish all of the new mandates corporate has implemented in the last few years

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Foss Swim School Response
2w
Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective and for recognizing the dedication of our school management teams. We agree that our leaders work incredibly hard to support both their teams and the families they serve. As we've grown, we've continued to evolve our processes and programs to better support our schools. Our corporate teams are here to partner with and support our locations in whatever ways they need, and we know that open communication and employee feedback are essential to that partnership. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, as we're always looking for opportunities to learn, grow, and strengthen the support we provide across our organization. Thank you for your contributions during your time with us. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
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