Swim School Director

About Gulliver Preparatory School

Gulliver Preparatory School is Miami’s school of choice for challenging, innovative, and personalized learning designed to meet the needs of a diverse and dynamic world. We are a school of innovation and transformation, and we provide each and every student with unparalleled opportunities to explore and experiment. 

Founded in 1926 by Arthur Gulliver and transformed under the visionary leadership of Marian C. Krutulis in the second half of the 20th century, Gulliver Prep has been a leading school of distinction for nearly 100 years. To this day, our mission remains unchanged: to create an academic community devoted to educational excellence, with a personal touch, that fulfills each student's potential. We are a family for the whole family, and we celebrate our global community.

Job Summary

Gulliver Preparatory School’s Aquatics Department is currently seeking a Swim School Director to join our team of professionals.  The qualified applicant should be dynamic, reliable and trustworthy with excellent communication and organizational skills.  This position will oversee the critical water safety, learn-to-swim and pre-team programs at Gulliver Prep, helping children foster the love for water and swimming. This role is also responsible for assisting the Director of Aquatics in leading an enthusiastic aquatics staff in the daily operations, management and development of a world-class water and safety and learn-to-swim program.  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Collaborate with the Aquatics Director to develop and implement the Swim School’s water safety and learn-to-swim model and curriculum.
• Plan, oversee and conduct 2-4 hours per day of on-deck coaching.
• Work with the Swim Club coaching staff to ensure appropriate progression and timing of swimmers from Swim School to Swim Club.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with young swimmers, parents, school staff, coaches and community stakeholders
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Aquatics Director.
• Work daily to promote the Gulliver Aquatics program and enhance its visibility on the Academy campus and within the broader community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required. 
• Minimum three (3) years successful experience in teaching water safety and/or teaching learn-to-swim. 
• CPR/AED Certification, First Aid Certification, Coaches Safety and Safe Sport Certifications. 
• Water Safety Instructor Certification. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate young children and colleagues.
• Previous water safety and learn-to-swim experience, with a proven track record of success in creating a safe, nurturing environment for young children to learn and thrive in.
• Dedication to individual development and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive team culture amongst Aquatics staff and colleagues.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents and stakeholders to achieve program goals and vision.

Desired Qualifications

• Aquatics Facility Operation Certification is a plus! 

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Level II Fingerprint Screening(s), and Drug screen. 

Gulliver is deeply committed to the principles of equity and diversity and seeks to create an inclusive community for all faculty and staff. Gulliver is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace.