A swim instructor job involves teaching students the life-saving skill of swimming and water safety, typically at a recreation center, private pool, or a swimming school. A swim instructor job description typically includes working toward building confidence for students of all ages, guiding students on swimming styles, offering advice to students that may be struggling, and identifying areas for improvement. Instructors may also work with lifeguards in the training process. Swimming instructor jobs can be either full-time with additional roles included or part-time depending on the workplace, with required weeknight and weekend shifts.