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Management Trainee Aquatics


Job Location:

Flushing, NY - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 23 - 28
Posted: 13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Responsive recruiter
Job Title: Management Trainee - Aquatics
Reports to: General Manager
FLSA Status: Part time Non-Exempt

Summary: The Management Trainee Aquatics is an entry point into Goldfish Swim Schools Manager Development Program built for talented instructors and aquatics professionals who are ready to take the next step in their this role you will work alongside the AGM-Aquatics and General Manager to develop the leadership and operational skills needed to oversee deck operations support instructor development and uphold the highest standards of swimmer safety and progress. This is a hands-on learning experience designed to grow you into a Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Keep lessons running on time on brand and at the highest level of quality every single shift.
  • Observe instructors during lessons and learn to deliver specific constructive coaching feedback that supports skill development and accurate swim evaluations.
  • Assist with monitoring attendance and performance data flagging patterns or concerns to the AGM Aquatics so adjustments can be made proactively.
  • Help communicate pre-shift expectations to Instructors Lifeguards and Deck Supervisors as directed by the AGM or GM.
  • Guide every new hire from their first day through completed training so they feel supported and set up for success from the start.
  • Learn and actively reinforce the schools safety culture on deck understanding the procedures mindset and standards expected of every team member as guided by the AGM Aquatics.
  • Become familiar with the Emergency Action Plan and support EAP training efforts so all staff can execute safety procedures confidently working toward the ability to lead these trainings independently.
  • Serve as Manager on Duty during assigned shifts under the direction of the AGM Aquatics or GM supporting pool deck front desk and facilities operations and ensuring every area is running at the Goldfish standard.
What Were Looking For:
  • 01 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.
What Success Looks Like:
  • 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.
Our Culture: At Goldfish Swim School we believe every child deserves to be safe in and around water. Our team is passionate people-first and committed to a golden experience every day. The Management Trainee - Aquatics is a key part of making that happen from the first lesson to the first level up and beyond.
Compensation: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

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.




Tropical Vibes & Impacting Lives!

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!

Making Waves with Passion Purpose & Core Values!

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:

Intern


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