Aquatics Instructor

The-Children; Chauncey (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Children’s Village is seeking an Aquatics Instructor to deliver high-quality swim instruction and promote water safety at the Lanza Activities Center in Dobbs Ferry, NY. This full-time role supports youth aquatic training and certification, ensuring safe and engaging programming aligned with youth development goals.

The ideal candidate will hold a high school diploma or GED, with WSI, Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certifications, and a NY driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; further education preferred in Recreation or Physical Education.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, CPR, and First Aid required.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification required or to be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Experience teaching swim lessons or working in an aquatic environment.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification preferred.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality swim instruction and promote water safety.
• Support daily pool operations at the Lanza Activities Center.
• Assist with youth aquatic training and certification courses.
• Collaborate across departments to support agency-wide recreation and family initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication

Youth engagement

NYS Driver’s License

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Recreation/Physical Education or related field

Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification

Job description

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Aquatics Instructor

Full Time Manual Labor Dobbs Ferry, NY, US 1 Attachments

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1654

Salary Range: $25.25 To $25.25 Hourly

Position Overview:

The Aquatics Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality swim instruction, promoting water safety, and supporting daily pool operations within the Lanza Activities Center. The role also supports youth aquatic training and certification courses. This position ensures that youth and families experience safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate aquatic programming aligned with the agency’s goals for skill‑building, therapeutic recreation, and positive youth development. The Aquatics Instructor collaborates across departments to enhance agency‑wide recreation and family initiatives.

Position Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required; Associate or bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education, or related field preferred. Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, CPR, and First Aid required. Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification required or obtained within 6 months of hire. Experience teaching swim lessons or working in an aquatic environment required. Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification preferred. Strong communication skills with ability to engage youth in structured, supportive instruction. Valid NYS Driver’s License required.

The Children’s Village does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee or contractor because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic predisposition, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction history or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.