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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
      Jan 28, 2025

      Great workplace with great people

      Swim teacher
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      Pros

      - Friendly and encouraging work environment - Fair pay and yearly opportunity for a raise - Lots of training opportunities available - Everyone is friendly. There isn't one person I don't get along with. - You can actually choose your own availability. If you say you can't work that day, they won't make you. You choose. - Picking up somebody's shift is $1 more per hour, and weekends are something like $2 more per hour which is nice.

      Cons

      - Can be stressful and you do not get breaks between classes. - While help is usually available for your classes if needed, this is not always the case. - Finding a sub if you are sick can be chaotic. You need to reach out to your manager at least 4 hours before your shift and let them know, and finding someone to take your shift is sometimes impossible. If you don't find a sub, you must be there. - If you are anything like I am, you're going to get sick ALL the time. The flu, laryngitis, pink eye, notorious, etc.

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      Foss Swim School Response
      1y
      Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We love hearing that you enjoy the friendly and encouraging environment, flexibility in scheduling, and opportunities for growth. It’s important to us that our team feels supported and valued, so we’re glad to know these aspects are making a positive impact. We also appreciate your feedback on coverage for sick days. We understand that finding a sub can sometimes be stressful, and we encourage our team to lean on managers for extra support, as well as our sub-only instructors who are available to help. Your insight is valuable, and we’re always looking for ways to improve the process to make it easier for our team. Thanks for being a part of FOSS!
      4.0
      Jan 27, 2025

      Great Job for those looking for flexible work

      Swim instructor
      Recommend
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      Business Outlook

      Pros

      - Communication between managers and employees - Flexibility in scheduling hours - Online Training Procedures - Recognition and Performance evaluation

      Cons

      - Water temps may very - Figuring out how best to structure your class (it takes some time)

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      Foss Swim School Response
      1y
      Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad to hear that you appreciate the communication, flexibility, and recognition within our team. It’s important to us that our employees feel supported and set up for success. We also appreciate your suggestions for in-water training. Helping our instructors feel confident in structuring classes, adapting to different swimmers, and handling unexpected situations is a priority. Our managers and leadership team are always here to support you, whether through hands-on guidance, additional training, or simply being available to answer questions and provide feedback. We want every instructor to feel empowered and equipped to create the best experience for their students. Thanks for being a part of FOSS—we appreciate all that you do!
      5.0
      Jan 27, 2025

      Love Foss, Love Water

      Swim teacher/lifeguard
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Some pros of working at Foss Swim School include: -working in a fun & high vibrational environment -making positive connections with families and peers -the rewarding feeling you get from seeing a student you taught swim across the pool -learning the curriculum and teaching it benefits yourself and your own water experience -a work environment so flexible, so diverse and so easy going, you want to come to work everyday

      Cons

      Some cons that come with working at Foss Swim School include: -Being cold when getting out of the pool -Making sure you are always moisturized -10 minute showers -When certain parents don’t assist a teacher when their child is consistently misbehaving

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      Foss Swim School Response
      1y
      Thank you for your thoughtful review! We love hearing about the positive experiences our team members have, from building connections with families to the rewarding moments of seeing students succeed. It’s wonderful to know that our fun and flexible environment makes coming to work so enjoyable! We also appreciate your feedback on areas for improvement. Clear and consistent communication is key, and we’re always looking for ways to enhance team collaboration and ensure everyone feels confident in our curriculum. Your suggestion for more structured post-shift discussions is valuable, and we’ll continue working to provide the clarity and support our teachers need. Thank you for being such an important part of our team—we’re grateful for all that you do!
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