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

5.0

Dec 12, 2023

So much fun!

Swim instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fun, good pay, good management, flexible scheduling

Cons

Some days get long and hard to find subs

Foss Swim School Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to know you enjoyed the fun environment, great pay, flexible scheduling, and the support from our management team. We understand that some days can feel long, and we’re continuously working to make finding subs easier for everyone. Your feedback helps us improve, and we appreciate all your hard work and dedication. Thanks for being such an important part of our team!

5.0

Nov 30, 2023

Great

Swim instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Care about kids, great place

Cons

Short breaks that make you feel rushed

Foss Swim School Response

1y

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We’re so glad to hear you felt that our commitment to kids and creating a positive environment stood out. We also understand that short breaks can feel a bit rushed, and we’re continuously looking for ways to make the experience more balanced for our team. Your feedback is truly helpful, and we’re grateful to have had you as part of our team, making a difference every day!

4.0

Nov 21, 2023

Great for college students

Swim instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great for college students with flexible and fixed schedules. Can change schedule every session according to class schedule.

Cons

Can have burn out. And long hours in the pools weekends. But you eventually get used to it.

Foss Swim School Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that our flexible scheduling has been helpful for balancing your classes and work. We know that long hours, especially on weekends, can be challenging and lead to burnout, and we want you to know that our leadership team is here to support you during your shift whenever you need it. Your dedication means a lot to us, and we’re always here to make sure you feel supported. Thank you for being an essential part of our team!

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