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Goldfish Swim School Interview Questions
& Process

Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 81 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

1.8 Rounds average
Easy Typical difficulty
74.1% Positive experience

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10 roles · 81 reports

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Goldfish Swim School.

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Front Desk Receptionist

Operations · nearly a year ago

Entry Easy Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical

The interview went very well. At the end the hiring manager said they would contact me in about 4-5 regarding their decision. It’s been a month later and I have yet receive a call. It would have been nice for them to at least let me know that I didn’t get the job instead of waiting around for an answer

Confirmed questions2 questions
  • Can you tell me about your previous work history?
  • What is your availability?
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Swim Instructor

Other · nearly a year ago

Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral

Had a quick chat about skills and what they expect. We went over pay, the teaching plan, how long training lasts, and some different ways to move up. The manager was really nice and understanding. Since Goldfish is a franchise, their teaching plans are all the same everywhere.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Do you feel comfortable speaking with parents?
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Swim Instructor

Other · nearly a year ago

Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral

It was a very easy interview for an entry-level position, with entry-level questions. They are looking for level-headed people who are motivated to do a good job and work with kids to help them learn to swim. Make sure to smile and be nice and friendly.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Do you enjoy working with children?
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Assistant Manager

Operations · a year ago

Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Other

It was a 2-part process. The phone part was quick to respond to. Then, I had an in-person meeting with several managers, which was efficient. After the interview, they gave me a tour of the facility and introduced me to the staff who were working at the time. I heard back within a week, though the holidays caused a delay in starting.

Confirmed questions3 questions
  • Can you share your background in aquatics?
  • What's your experience with lifeguarding?
  • How has your experience been with competitive swimming?

Goldfish Swim School Interview Questions

Quoted word for word from Goldfish Swim School interview reports.

What is your approach to comforting a crying child during a swimming lesson?

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Describe how you would handle a frightened child reluctant to enter the water.

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How would you manage a crying child during your lesson?

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How would you handle a child that is crying or scared?

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A swim instructor is encouraging a child who is fearful of going underwater, but the parent disagrees with the instructor's methods and wants to switch teachers at the front desk. How would you handle this situation?

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 81 Goldfish Swim School interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 69.2%
Technical 9.2%
Other 9.2%
Group 6.7%
Presentation 5%

Interview difficulty

Easy 63%
Average 35.8%
Difficult 1.2%

Candidate experience

Positive 74.1%
Neutral 9.9%
Negative 16%

Reports by job function

Other 38
Operations 38
Sales 3
Finance 1
Engineering 1