Aquatics Instructor: Inspire Safe Swim & Youth Training

Children's Village, Inc.; Village of Dobbs Ferry (NY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Village, Inc. is seeking an Aquatics Instructor in Dobbs Ferry, NY to deliver high-quality swim instruction and promote water safety for youth and families.

You will support daily pool operations at the Lanza Activities Center and contribute to developmentally appropriate aquatic programming aligned with the agency’s goals for skill-building and therapeutic recreation. This full-time role requires relevant certifications and strong communication with youth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 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.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality swim instruction to youth and families.
• Promote water safety and supervise pool activities.
• Support daily pool operations at the Lanza Activities Center.
• Collaborate across departments on recreation and family initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication

Youth engagement

Safety supervision

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

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Aquatics Instructor

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

30+ 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.