Pool Operations Manager at Aqua-Tots Swim School – North East Dallas, Texas

Aquatic Manager Location: Northeast Dalls, TX,
Position Type: Full-time, 35+ hours per week (days and hours vary based on season & school needs)

• Full-time pay: $40,000-45,000 per year + quarterley bonus opportunities

• Benefits: Health insurance, employer-paid dental and vision, paid time off (PTO), parental leave, 401k matching, FSA/HSA options, and more

• Schedule varies by season and school’s peak times (weekday afternoons/evenings and weekends)

• Includes swim instruction, deck supervision, in-water training, and administrative responsibilities

Are you ready to lead a team in a fast-paced, rewarding environment where you make a direct impact on children and families? As an Aquatic Manager at Aqua-Tots, you’ll oversee our swim lesson team, ensuring every lesson meets our high standards for safety, quality, and an exceptional family experience. You’ll work closely with the General Manager to mentor instructors, develop leaders, and maintain a hands-on presence in the pool, shaping both team culture and student outcomes.

• Make a meaningful impact by teaching life-saving water safety skills

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of swim instructors

• Stay hands-on through swim instruction while growing leadership skills

• Work in a supportive, mission-driven environment with clear growth opportunities

Leadership & Team Development

• Hire, train, coach, and evaluate Water Safety Instructors

• Mentor instructors and identify future leaders within the aquatics team

• Oversee Lead Instructor Trainers (LITs) and support performance

• Conduct monthly in-service trainings and ongoing instructor assessments

Swim Instruction & Deck Supervision

• Teach 1–3 permanent swim lesson shifts per week

• Serve as Deck Supervisor for at least one permanent shift per week

• Conduct in-water training, co-teaching, and instructor evaluations

Pool Operations & Safety

• Maintain safe, clean, and organized pool environment

• Ensure compliance with state and county health department regulations

• Address pool safety concerns immediately

• Maintain consistent quality and progression of Aqua-Tots swim curriculum

Customer & Family Experience

• Foster a welcoming, family-focused environment

• Build strong relationships with families and respond to concerns within 24 hours

• Support the General Manager in resolving escalated concerns

Administrative Responsibilities

• Complete administrative tasks (approx. 3–5 hours/week)

• Maintain accurate instructor schedules and training documentation

• Review student progress reports and support enrollment growth initiatives

• Participate in required company meetings and calls

• Background in aquatics, coaching, or swim instruction

• Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills

• Excellent communication and organizational abilities

• Passion for water safety, aquatics, and team development

• Ability to lead in a fast-paced aquatic environment

• CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)

Ready to make a splash? Apply today and help us create a safe, fun, and growth-focused environment for our swimmers and team!