Lifeguard

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Lifeguard for the West Side facility (Westinghouse College Prep) to monitor swimming areas and ensure student safety during activities. Under the supervision of a teacher with a valid certificate, you will rescue swimmers, perform first aid and CPR when needed, and assist instructors with swimming lessons.

This role requires a high school diploma, Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR certifications from the American Red Cross, along with strong swimming skills and

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Knowledge of lifesaving and lifeguarding methods and techniques.
• Ability to administer first aid and CPR, and swim and dive proficiently.
• Demonstrated swimming and diving skills.
• Must possess valid American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguard Training certifications.

Responsibilities

• Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning and provides first aid/CPR as necessary.
• Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe areas of swimming pools.
• Assists teachers in providing swimming instruction to students.
• May assist in maintaining order in swimming pool areas.
• May officiate at swimming meets.

Skills

Lifeguarding

First Aid

CPR

Swimming/Diving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Job description

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Primary Location

West Side-3223 West Franklin Blvd (Westinghouse College Prep)

Job description

CLASS TITLE: Lifeguard

Under the immediate supervision of a teacher possessing a valid teaching certificate, ensures the safety of students by constantly monitoring activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents and provide assistance to swimmers , and performs related duties as required.

ESSE NTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning, administers first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as necessary, cautions swimmers regarding unsafe areas of swimming pools, assists teachers in providing swimming instructions to students, may assist teachers in maintaining order in swimming pool areas, may officiate at swimming meets.

DESIRABLE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience. Graduation from high school, or GED equivalent. Previous experience as a lifeguard is h i g hl y desirable.

Knowledge, Abilities, and S kill . Knowledge of lifesaving and lifeguarding methods and techniques.

Ability to effectively administer first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to victims requiring such attention, ability to swim and dive proficiently.

Demonstrated swimming and diving skills.

Certificate Requirements. Must posses valid certification from the American Red Cross in First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Lifeguard Training.

Physical R equirements s Medium Work: Exerting twenty (20) to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, or ten (10) to fifteen (15) pounds of force frequently, or greater than negligible up to ten (10) pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands include the ability to hear and talk frequently; frequent use of far visual acuity and depth perception; ability to see and distinguish colors; ability to climb, stoop, and bend; ability to reach and handle objects. Constant exposure to wet and/or humid conditions.