Who we are

Propel is a quick-growing company on a mission to change how the world learns to swim. Founded by swim instructors who had spent years inside the old system, we set out to break a status quo that left families on endless waitlists and instructors undervalued. In doing so we created something that did not exist before, and today we lead it: a new industry of swim instructors who independently teach on their own terms.

Who you are

You put in your time on the pool deck and taught more kids to swim than you can count. You know your craft and you don't need micromanaging. You are ready for more.

- You enjoy teaching others the lifelong skill of swimming
- You're a great communicator and love working with people
- You're independent and can manage your time effectively

What you'll be responsible for

During lessons you run, you'll own every swimmer's experience from start to finish.

- Keep your students safe, providing hands-on support throughout each lesson
- Run effective lessons using your own style and teaching framework
- Take each swimmer toward a goal, from absolute beginner to vacation swimmer

What qualifications you'll need
- A recognized swim instructor certification (Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor, YMCA, or equivalent)
- At least one year of paid experience teaching swim lessons





Why you'll love it

When people book lessons on Propel, they don't sign up to learn from whoever is scheduled to teach Level 3. Instead they choose you as their instructor. The students who start with you, stay with you, and you can take them from absolute beginner all the way to vacation-ready swimmer. Along the way you'll run into challenges: fear of water, bad habits to fix, and skills that plateau. It's up to you to break through those barriers, and when you do, the reward is knowing you changed lives while receiving gratitude from those you've helped. The day-to-day is good too:

- Set your own schedule, teaching only when it fits your life
- Teach 1 or 2 students at a time in quiet private pools
- Give feedback how you see fit: out loud, on paper, or by DM
- Earn more. Instructors took home an average of $52/hr in 2025

Our commitment to inclusion

You belong here. Propel welcomes instructors of every background and identity, and we want everyone, instructors and students alike, to feel safe, respected, and free to be themselves. We especially love the ones who never quite fit the mould elsewhere: if you teach with your own curriculum, your own framework, your own style, this is where it belongs.

📌 Swim Instructor (Richmond Hill)
🏢 Propel
📍 Richmond Hill