Aquatics Instructor & Lifeguard (Part-Time)

Lenox Hill Neighborhood House; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development Opportunities

Staff events and parties

State-of-the-Art Fitness Center access

Group fitness classes

Job summary

Lenox Hill Neighborhood House is seeking a part-time Aquatics Instructor/Lifeguard to lead swim lessons for preschoolers and ensure client safety in our NYC facility with a pool, gym, and fitness center.

The role requires American Red Cross lifeguarding, water safety instruction, CPR, and First Aid certifications, plus at least one year of swim instruction and lifeguarding experience. Schedule runs 10 hours/week, Mon–Fri, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Qualifications

• American Red Cross lifeguarding, Water Safety Instruction, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid certifications required.
• At least one year of professional swim instruction and lifeguarding experience.
• Spanish fluency is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver preschool swim lessons focusing on water safety and foundational skills.
• Lead aquatic skill development and in-water instruction for diverse clients.
• Prepare pool and equipment and maintain records for sign-in and class logistics.
• Enforce pool rules and maintain surveillance for safety during shifts.
• Participate in staff trainings, drills, and meetings.
• Provide care to pool patrons in distress within training scope.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Water Safety Instruction

CPR

First Aid

Swim Instruction

Spanish (optional)

Job description

Lenox Hill Neighborhood House is seeking a part-time Aquatics Instructor/Lifeguard to lead swim lessons for preschoolers and ensure client safety in our NYC facility with a pool, gym, and fitness center.

The role requires American Red Cross lifeguarding, water safety instruction, CPR, and First Aid certifications, plus at least one year of swim instruction and lifeguarding experience. Schedule runs 10 hours/week, Mon–Fri, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.