Lifeguard: Safe, Welcoming Aquatics

Bright Stars Gym; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Bright Stars Academy is seeking a part-time Lifeguard to help create a safe and welcoming aquatic environment for children and families. You will supervise swimming activities, enforce rules, monitor lessons, and respond to emergencies with first aid or CPR when needed.

Ideal candidates are dependable, energetic, and comfortable working around children. The role offers year-round hours with pay ranging from $16 to $19 per hour based on experience and qualifications, and requires current

Qualifications

• Current lifeguard certification is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Red Cross CPR/AED certification.
• Prior lifeguard, swim instructor, or competitive swimmer experience preferred.
• Experience working with children is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and calmness in emergencies.
• Dependable with year-round availability.
• Available for 2–3 days per week during peak hours (weekday afternoons/evenings and Saturday mornings).
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for up to five hours.
• Background check clearance required.
• Applicants must be at least 16; those under 18 need working papers.

Responsibilities

• Supervise swimming activities and ensure safety of all participants.
• Enforce pool rules and safety procedures.
• Monitor participants during lessons and open pool times.
• Perform safety checks of pool, equipment, and deck.
• Respond to emergencies, provide first aid or CPR, and activate action plans.
• Communicate information with supervisors and coworkers.
• Foster positive relationships with staff, students, and families.
• Complete opening/closing procedures including basic pool maintenance and water testing.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Lifeguard cert

CPR/AED cert

Child experience

Communication

Dependable

Year-round availability

Job description

Bright Stars Academy is seeking a part-time Lifeguard to help create a safe and welcoming aquatic environment for children and families. You will supervise swimming activities, enforce rules, monitor lessons, and respond to emergencies with first aid or CPR when needed.

Ideal candidates are dependable, energetic, and comfortable working around children. The role offers year-round hours with pay ranging from $16 to $19 per hour based on experience and qualifications, and requires current