Background

Aga Khan Education Services (AKES) is a mission-driven education organization committed to academic excellence, pluralism, teacher development, and enabling every student to achieve their highest potential. We serve a diverse population of students and staff across multiple campuses and are dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and high‑performance work environment.

The Aga Khan Education Service, Tanzania (AKES,T) operates three schools, offering education from nursery to secondary levels. Our schools are committed to providing quality education that develops a broad set of personal, social, and intellectual skills, with a strong emphasis on independent inquiry and critical thinking.

The roots of Aga Khan schools in Tanzania trace back to the 19th century, beginning with a girls’ school established in Zanzibar in 1905 by Sir Sultan Mohamed Shah Aga Khan III. Today, AKES,T continues this legacy by implementing educational programs that equip students with essential life skills and a strong intellectual foundation, preparing them to thrive in an increasingly globalized and technologically advanced world.

The Aga Khan Education Service in Tanzania (AKES, T) invites applications from qualified and dynamic individuals for the following position: Swimming Instructor / Teacher–Coach for Aga Khan Primary School)

Job Overview

AKS Primary School is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Swimming Instructor / Teacher–Coach to deliver a high‑quality swimming programme for Primary students (Grades 1–6). The successful candidate will have strong technical knowledge of swimming, experience working in international or English‑medium schools, and a proven ability to teach students ranging from beginners to advanced swimmers while preparing them for competitions and swimming activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age‑appropriate swimming lessons for students from Grade 1 to Grade 6.
• Teach swimming skills across all ability levels, from beginners to advanced swimmers.
• Ensure safe practice and provide clear instruction on swimming techniques and water safety.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing feedback and support to improve performance.
• Prepare students for swimming galas, competitions, swimming trips, and related activities.
• Organize and support swimming events and school‑based aquatic program
• Promote confidence, discipline, teamwork, and enjoyment in swimming.
• Ensure compliance with school health, safety, and safeguarding policies at all times.
• Maintain swimming records, attendance, and performance data.
• Work collaboratively with PE staff and school leadership to enhance the swimming program
• Creates learning outcomes and use them to write midyear or end of year reports

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, Sports Science, or Swimming (major/specialization).
• Formal swimming training and relevant coaching certifications.
• Strong knowledge of swimming techniques, stroke development, and competitive preparation.

Experience and Skills

• 3–4 years’ experience as a Swimming Instructor, Teacher, or Coach.
• Proven experience teaching primary‑aged students (Grades 1–6).
• Experience working in international schools or English‑medium schools.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare students for swimming competitions and galas.
• Excellent communication and classroom/pool management skills.
• Passion for student development and aquatic education.

• Plan and deliver age‑appropriate swimming lessons for students from Grade 1 to Grade 6.
• Teach swimming skills across all ability levels, from beginners to advanced swimmers.
• Ensure safe practice and provide clear instruction on swimming techniques and water safety.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing feedback and support to improve performance.
• Prepare students for swimming galas, competitions, swimming trips, and related activities.
• Organize and support swimming events and school‑based aquatic program
• Promote confidence, discipline, teamwork, and enjoyment in swimming.
• Ensure compliance with school health, safety, and safeguarding policies at all times.
• Maintain swimming records, attendance, and performance data.
• Work collaboratively with PE staff and school leadership to enhance the swimming program
• Creates learning outcomes and use them to write midyear or end of year reports

• Strong knowledge of swimming techniques, stroke development, and competitive preparation.
• Excellent communication and classroom/pool management skills.
• Passion for student development and aquatic education.

• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, Sports Science, or Swimming (major/specialization).
• Formal swimming training and relevant coaching certifications.