Lifeguard & Aquatic Instructor — Part-Time Swim Lessons

Ymca-of-Eastern-Delaware-County; Springfield Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County’s Springfield YMCA is seeking certified Lifeguards and Aquatic Instructors. The role focuses on safety, youth instruction, and delivering swim lessons with weekday availability from 9am to 2pm.

Responsibilities include maintaining pool safety, teaching lessons, completing required reports, and coordinating program activities with staff and members. Certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid are required, along with Lifeguard certification.

Qualifications

• Certifications: Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED, and First Aid.
• Certification: Current YMCA Lifeguard or American Red Cross Lifeguard.
• Ability to demonstrate swimming and maintain certification readiness.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance of the pool area during operation.
• Instruct swim lessons following YMCA guidelines and prepared lesson plans.
• Respond to emergencies per YMCA policies and complete required reports.
• Maintain professional relationships with members, participants, and staff while enforcing pool rules.
• Convey information on aquatics programs and refer to additional programs when appropriate.
• Keep attendance and progress records; organize and store class equipment.

Skills

Lifeguard

CPR/AED

First Aid

Swim instruction

Job description

The Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County’s Springfield YMCA is seeking certified Lifeguards and Aquatic Instructors. The role focuses on safety, youth instruction, and delivering swim lessons with weekday availability from 9am to 2pm.

Responsibilities include maintaining pool safety, teaching lessons, completing required reports, and coordinating program activities with staff and members. Certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid are required, along with Lifeguard certification.