Is Foss Swim School a good company to work for?

Foss Swim School has an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on over 224 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months. 91% of employees would recommend working at Foss Swim School to a friend and 90% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Foss Swim School have been left by employees working as Swim Teacher , Swim Instructor and Shift Coordinator .

Does Foss Swim School pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Foss Swim School employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Foss Swim School. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Foss Swim School?

91% of Foss Swim School employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Foss Swim School 4.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.5 for culture and values and 4.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Foss Swim School?

Swim Instructor (77) , Swim Teacher (27) , Shift Coordinator (14) , Instructor (8) , Teacher (7) , Teacher Assistant (7) , Assistant Manager (4) , Swimming Instructor (4) , Lifeguard/Swim Instructor (3) , Manager (3) , Office Manager (3) , General Manager (2) , Shift Supervisor (2) , Supervisor (2) , Swim Teacher/Lifeguard (2)

What are the pros of working at Foss Swim School according to real employee reviews?

"They are flexible and good pay" ((in 35 reviews)); "Great training and support from supervisors." ((in 13 reviews)); "Staff is friendly and supportive." ((in 12 reviews)); "All of my managers and coworkers are amazing." ((in 10 reviews)); "The people I work with are amazing!" ((in 9 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Foss Swim School according to real employee reviews?

"Management doesn’t care whether you’re sick or need a personal day— any time off is considered a write up." ((in 14 reviews)); "Upper management is not consistent with the things they say and how they respond to situations depending on the person." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Foss Swim School locations?

Chicago , Saint Paul , Minneapolis , Fargo , Maple Grove , Plymouth , Elmwood Park , Highland Park , Libertyville , Savage , Niles , Chanhassen , Ankeny , Saint Louis Park , O'Fallon , Glenview , Saint Charles , Saint Louis , Eden Prairie , Blaine , Woodbury , Bolingbrook , Sun Prairie , South Barrington , Richfield , Vernon Hills , Western Springs , Ballwin , San Antonio , Shakopee

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5.0

Nov 5, 2024

Swim instructor

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I have been working at Foss Swim School for a little over 2 months now, and they have been so welcoming and friendly. As I was going through the long online training, I overheard their friendships and was worried I would be the new outsider, but they have gone out of their way to make me feel included. When I need help with a class on how to correct something, it's easy to as a TA, manager, or even another teacher next to me for advice. I absolutely love working here so far.

Cons

Only open one weekday in the morning, so most shifts are nighttime and weekends. Which is working fine for me, but may be an issue for others.

Foss Swim School Response

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear how welcomed and included you’ve felt at FOSS — it’s truly our goal to create an environment where everyone feels they belong from day one. Your dedication to our mission and openness to learning have been a wonderful addition to the team, and it’s fantastic to hear that you feel comfortable asking for support whenever you need it. Thank you for being a part of our community and for bringing your passion to the pool each day! We understand that evenings and weekends make up a significant portion of our schedule. This is when many of our students are available, and we’re dedicated to being there for them at the times that work best for their families. That said, we truly appreciate your feedback, and we do our best to accommodate team members' scheduling needs whenever possible. Thank you again for being such a valuable part of our FOSS family!

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5.0

Jun 11, 2026

Swim instructor

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Pros

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

Cons

Can be overwhelming to new instructors.

Foss Swim School Response

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

Foss Swim School Response

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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