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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

      Ratings by category

      4.7

      Diversity & inclusion

      4.5

      Culture & values

      4.4

      Senior management

      4.3

      Work/Life balance

      4.3

      Compensation and benefits

      4.2

      Career opportunities

      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
      Nov 5, 2024

      New hire

      Swim instructor
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      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.

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      Foss Swim School Response
      1y
      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!
      5.0
      Oct 28, 2024

      Foss Swim

      Swim teacher
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      If you can stay upbeat and active, this is the job for you! They teach you a lot about safety and teaching children. I loved my manager, he was truly the most supportive person I have ever met.

      Cons

      If you are looking for a "chill" job... maybe reconsider? The pay is really nice but they expect a lot out of you. People tend to get hired then quit shortly after because of the responsibility throughout the training process. again I loved this job... wouldn't describe it as "chill"

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      Foss Swim School Response
      1y
      Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that our focus on safety, child development, and strong mentorship resonated with you—and it’s wonderful to know that your manager’s support made such a positive impact. We absolutely understand that the role requires energy and commitment, especially during the training phase. It’s rewarding to hear that the job and the skills learned were meaningful to you! We’re always working to create a supportive, dynamic environment for our team, and we’re grateful for your feedback and dedication. Thank you for being such an enthusiastic part of our team!
      4.0
      Oct 26, 2024

      Foss: Great place to work!

      Swim instructor
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      If you're looking for a flexible place to work, the managers will work with you to optimize your schedule depending on the business's current demands. The schedule is set every week, and there are huge incentives to substitute teach ($3/hour more!). Plus, everyone there is passionate about what they do, so being there is almost like being a family with them.

      Cons

      This job is demanding and a little draining as you're working in a very warm pool with lessons back to back. The chlorine can be much, so make sure to bring lots of lotion for when you're done. They also have high standards for their employees (which isn't necessarily a bad thing), so as long as you do your best every day, you should be good to go.

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      Foss Swim School Response
      1y
      Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear that you appreciate the flexibility we strive to provide and that the extra incentives for substitute teaching are a plus for you. It’s wonderful to know that the team feels like a family—this is exactly the atmosphere we want to foster, with everyone committed to creating a positive environment. We understand that the role can be physically demanding, especially with the warmth of the pool and chlorine exposure. Your advice on bringing lotion is spot-on! And yes, we do set high standards because we want our employees and students to have the best possible experience. We’re grateful for your dedication and commitment to giving it your all each day. Thanks again for sharing your insights!
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