Assistant Manager Aquatics
Flushing, NY - USA
Job Summary
Job Title: Assistant Manager - Aquatics
- Keep lessons running on time on brand and at the highest level of quality every single shift.
- Coach instructors on accurate consistent skill evaluation so move-up decisions are based on readiness and every family sees their child moving forward.
- Use attendance and performance data to spot problems before they become patterns and make real-time adjustments when it matters.
- Review performance trends daily and communicate expectations to Instructors Lifeguards and Deck Supervisors early so everyone is aligned before the shift begins.
- Guide every new hire from their first day through completed training so they feel supported and set up for success from the start.
- Regularly observe your deck staff in action and turn what you see into honest specific coaching that actually moves the needle.
- Plan and lead skill-based events and quarterly swim meets that push students forward.
- Own the safety culture on your pool deck not just the paperwork but the mindset and behavior of every person on your team.
- Direct and oversee the implementation of the Emergency Action Plan and all safety procedures that pertain to the GSS facility and train all current staff on the EAP.
- Serve as the Manager on Duty during assigned shifts - responsible for the full operation of the school stepping in across aquatics front desk and facilities wherever the team needs support and ensuring every area is running at the Goldfish standard.
- 12 years of experience in aquatics or youth programming.
- A natural coach who gives feedback early often and constructively.
- Comfortable with digital tools and picking up new systems quickly.
- A safety-first mindset with the ability to lead a team calmly under pressure.
- Required to obtain a Lifeguard Certification through Goldfish Swim School if not already.
- Must be available for evening and weekend shifts.
- Families feel welcomed and cared for from their very first interaction.
- The Deck Staff is supported coached and set up to succeed each shift.
- Level progression for students.
- The school feels clean organized and lessons run smoothly every day.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
You feel it the moment you walk in. Theres more than vibrant colors a tropical theme and happy children. Theres something different something extraordinary. Something truly GOLDEN. Its passion. Not just a passion for kids or a passion for swimmingits a special passion for changing even saving lives by being a part of kids learning to swim.
When you work at Goldfish youre not just an employee. Youre a part of something bigger. Youre making an impact; a splash in the lives of the children in your community. Youre an integral part of a team working together to move forward a mission. Youre also making waves in your future learning life lessons in and out of the pool through mentorship leadership and passion. At Goldfish its more than a job - its an endless pool of possibilities opportunities and life-changing moments!
At Goldfish our core values are at the heart of everything we do and behind every decision that we make. To us these values are more than just words - theyre embraced with purpose in our everyday lives and what allows us to make a splash in our community and in the lives of our members and our team!
We go above and beyond with every detail to create a GOLDEN Experience!
We believe in nurturing a culture that provides WOW! Customer Service
We do the right things make the right decisions and treat people with Integrity Compassion Trust
We meet and exceed expectations so you see Extraordinary Results
We make a big deal about lifes accomplishments by remembering to Celebrate!
Each Goldfish Swim School is an independently owned and operated franchise. The respective Franchisee is the employer at each Goldfish Swim School location. Each franchisee can set their own wages benefit programs and terms and conditions of employment which may vary at each Goldfish Swim School location.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Premier swim school with swim lessons for 4 months to 12 years. Our children’s swimming lessons make learning to swim fun! Find a swim school near you!