Guide Swimmers Toward Safety, Skill, and Confidence
Help swimmers build essential life skills through focused, one-on-one instruction.
At FINS, our FINStructors bring a steady, supportive approach to each lesson while embodying our core values that guide how swimmers are taught. Many have grown with the team over time and take pride in helping swimmers feel more capable and comfortable in the water.
Swim Instructor Role and Employment Details
This is a part-time, hourly position available across all locations. Schedules are designed to be consistent and reliable, with opportunities to grow over time.
Key Responsibilities
Lead personalized sessions with a focus on safety and clear communication.
- Deliver safe, effective one-on-one swim lessons
- Track student progress and communicate with parents
- Participate in ongoing training and in-service sessions
- Uphold FINS Core Values in every interaction
Benefits
Support your well-being and growth with eligibility rules that apply to select offerings.
- Free or discounted swim lessons for your family
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Retirement plan
- Life insurance
FINStructor Pathway: Train, Certify, Teach with Confidence
At FINS, FINStructors are trained to provide consistent, high-quality instruction aligned with Core Values. Many have grown with the team and bring experience, focus, and care to their roles.
Here’s our FINStructor certification process:
- Complete a 7-step candidate process
- Gain 35+ hours of in-water training
- Obtain First Aid and CPR certification
- Participate in year-round in-service training sessions
- Apply structured lesson methods and updated techniques
- Demonstrate the FINS core values in daily instruction
Marcus’ Career Journey at FINS
See his full journey
Join the FINS Family
Purpose-driven work, practical training, and a culture built on strong values—without the pressure of a hard-sell environment.
- Purpose: Prevent drowning and build swimmer confidence every single day.
- Growth: Structured pathways into leadership and ongoing professional development.
- Environment: A positive, high-energy culture where every team member matters.
- Stability: Competitive pay with a reliable, consistent schedule.
Marcus’ Career Journey at FINS
"I started at FINS in 2010, just looking for a part-time role. I didn't realize I was starting a career. From the water to management, FINS gave me the training and the trust to grow every step of the way."
- Marcus Salazar, Location Manager
2010: Joined as a Part-Time Instructor
The Transition: Moved into a Full-Time Instructor role
The First Step Up: Promoted to Area Operations Manager (AOM) at Spring Klein
2015: Assistant General Manager (Spring Klein & Cypress)
2019: General Manager at The Woodlands (242)
Today: Leading the team as Location Manager at Grand Parkway
Become a FINStructor Today
If teaching, coaching, and helping swimmers progress sound like a strong match, we’d love to hear from you.
Explore our current openings and learn more about joining the FINS team today.