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      Foss Swim School

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      Foss Swim School reviews

      4.5

      91% would recommend to a friend

      (224 total reviews)
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      Jonathan Foss

      94% approve of CEO

      90% positive business outlook

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      Foss Swim School has an employee rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 224 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Foss Swim School employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry (3.9 stars).

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      224 reviews
      5.0
      Jan 17, 2025

      Great Part-Time Work

      Swim instructor/front desk representative
      Recommend
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      Pros

      - Communicative and understanding management - Set schedules per quarter around your schedule (great for those in schools or with 2nd jobs) - Fulfilling work (especially if you love working with children in an educational-like environment) - Paid 10 minute showers - Holidays off Personal Story: I came to Foss because I love swimming and water polo, and I happen to enjoy teaching as well. I ended up working at the Foss in Glenview Illinois. I love that the classes range from 3-5 (and 7 with the advanced classes) and it’s not too overwhelming. The safety and technique based teaching is a lot more safe for the students, and it’s easier for the instructors to teach. I’m typically used to the high-competitive teaching methods, due to my background, but this curriculum has been a great breath of fresh air. The management has always been accommodating and understanding if I ever missed a shift. I was even involved in a car accident that ended up leaving me temporarily unable to work in the water (in the middle of a quarter) and do any hard physical work while recovering. Instead of just leaving me out of work, they worked with me and my doctor to find work that suited my needs. They gave me more front office shifts (as I still had bills to pay), and were very helpful and patient with me while recovering. I am now fully recovered and my schedule is back to normal with Foss.

      Cons

      It is somewhat difficult to think of any cons: - Since your schedule is set in stone, it is very difficult to call out before your shift starts. Be sure to call out and find substitution 24-48hours beforehand. It can be rough if you develop a sickness overnight - After in-water care is a must! The in-water shifts can feel like full 8-hour work shifts due to how much energy you use (despite them typically being in 4 hour intervals at Glenview). You will be VERY tired if you don’t stay hydrated, and be sure to moisturize and keep up with skincare - Mandatory cleaning (I do not mind this, but sometimes people can find this tedious, especially after working an in-water shift). It’s just part of the job, and you’re notified beforehand what your cleaning is.

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      Foss Swim School Response
      1y
      Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoy the communicative and understanding management, the flexibility with your schedule, and the fulfilling work we do with our students. It's great to know that our safety and technique-based teaching approach resonates with you, and we're happy to offer opportunities for growth and a supportive environment. We understand the physical demands of the role, and our managers are always here to support you. They follow best practices to ensure that everyone feels prepared and supported, whether that’s helping with shift changes, offering guidance on hydration, or ensuring the post-shift cleaning process runs smoothly. Thank you for all your hard work, and we’re grateful to have you on the team!
      5.0
      Jan 15, 2025

      So much fun

      Swim teacher
      Recommend
      CEO approval
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      Pros

      Great work culture. Employees regularly stay late just to spend time chatting. If you have a hard day people will ask what they can do to help. The job is super fun and fast paced, so you are never bored. Management actually cares about you as a person. It is super rewarding working with kids. Watching a child go from being scared of the water to swimming independently is so satisfying. Schedule is done by quarter so you always know what days you are going to work well in advance. Many opportunities for advancement.

      Cons

      It can sometimes be hard to find subs. If you struggle with a fast paced environment it may not be for you.

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      Foss Swim School Response
      1y
      Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback! We're so happy to hear that you enjoy the supportive work culture and management team. It’s great to know that the fast-paced environment keeps things exciting, and it’s incredibly rewarding to hear about your satisfaction in watching the students grow and gain confidence in the water. We also appreciate your insight about finding substitutes. We’re always working to make sure that our team is well-supported and will continue looking for ways to make that process smoother for everyone. Thank you for your hard work and dedication—you’re a huge part of making FOSS such a special place!
      5.0
      Jan 14, 2025

      Foss Swim School job Review

      Assistant manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
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      Pros

      Teaching kids a life skill is one of the most rewarding aspects of Foss. You also build close relationships and friendships to coworkers and families throughout your time in this business. Schedule can be flexible and adjusted as needed. Able to grow in company and lots of opportunities for career growth. Working closely with kids of all ages and even have opportunities to work with babies, and adults.

      Cons

      This is a very high energy job where you are expected to have fun and be silly every day. You are in the pool constantly even if you are a manager (this could be a pro or con). Most of the shifts during the week are 330-830, can differ depending on day. Can be a physically demanding job.

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      Foss Swim School Response
      1y
      Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughtful review! We're so glad to hear that you find teaching students such a rewarding experience and that you've built lasting relationships with both coworkers and families. It's wonderful that you've also enjoyed the flexibility in your schedule and the opportunities for career growth at FOSS. We understand that the high-energy nature of the job can be both fun and physically demanding, and we truly appreciate the enthusiasm and energy our team brings to each lesson. We want to ensure that every team member feels supported in their roles, and we strive to create an environment where both fun and dedication can coexist. Thank you for all the hard work you put into making the FOSS experience special for our students. We're grateful to have you on the team!
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