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 41 reviews)); "Great training and support from supervisors." ((in 13 reviews)); "All of my managers and coworkers are amazing." ((in 12 reviews)); "Staff is friendly and supportive." ((in 11 reviews)); "The people I work with are amazing!" ((in 8 reviews))

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

"Hard to get time off if you need it when short staffed" ((in 13 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

Foss Swim School reviews

4.5

91% would recommend to a friend

(224 total reviews)

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).

Reviews by job title

224 reviews

2.0

Apr 20, 2024

Inflexible but enthusiastic team

Swim instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great coworkers and decent pay

Cons

Hard to get bathroom breaks, bonuses removed if you get sick which disincentivizes germ spread reduction. I was shamed for going home with the flu. I saw a training employee forced out of program for not complying with dress code despite pleading religious accomodation.

Foss Swim School Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad to hear you value your coworkers and the pay. We’re deeply concerned about the issues you’ve raised. Ensuring access to necessary breaks and creating a supportive environment, especially when it comes to health, is very important to us. We never want anyone to feel discouraged from prioritizing their well-being. Additionally, we take religious accommodations seriously, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for everyone. We would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your concerns further and address these situations appropriately. We encourage you to reach out to us at HR@fosswimschool.com so we can ensure these matters are properly investigated and resolved. Your feedback helps us improve, and we’re grateful for your honesty.

2.0

Apr 14, 2024

Cliques aren’t worth it

Swim instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Working with kids Shorter shifts than the average person is used to Closed holidays

Cons

Toxic cliquey workplace culture Feels like being back in high school You have to be a yes man to get ahead and when you finally think of yourself and say no it changes everything

Foss Swim School Response

1y

Thank you so much for sharing your honest feedback. We're really happy to hear that you enjoy working with the kids and appreciate the perks like shorter shifts and holiday closures. However, we're truly sorry to hear about your concerns regarding the workplace culture and how you feel it's affecting your experience. We want all our team members to feel supported, valued, and empowered to speak up without fear of it impacting their growth. Your advice is something we take seriously, and we're committed to addressing these concerns. We’d love the opportunity to hear more about your experiences and ideas on how we can improve. Please feel free to reach out to our HR team directly at HR@fosswimschool.com. Your perspective is incredibly valuable to us, and we’re here to make things better for everyone.

5.0

Apr 10, 2024

Great pay but not very many hours

Swim instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

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

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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