Lifeguard & Swim Instructor — Aquatics Safety Lead

Cary Park; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Cary Park District is seeking a Lifeguard to supervise aquatics activities, enforce safety rules, and provide emergency care at the Sunburst Swim School. The role requires current lifeguarding certification with CPR and First Aid.

Responsibilities include teaching swim lessons, participating in trainings, and responding to emergencies as needed to ensure a safe and welcoming pool environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification (including CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid) obtained before May 1, 2026.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to enforce pool rules while ensuring guest enjoyment.

Responsibilities

• Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
• Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
• Administers first aid in case of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR/First Aid if necessary.
• Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action plan as required.
• Teaches beginner to advanced swim lessons for Sunburst Swim School.
• Attends preseason training in May and weekly in-service trainings throughout summer.

Skills

Water safety

First aid

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification (incl. CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid, obtained before May 1, 2026)

Job description

Cary Park District is seeking a Lifeguard to supervise aquatics activities, enforce safety rules, and provide emergency care at the Sunburst Swim School. The role requires current lifeguarding certification with CPR and First Aid.

Responsibilities include teaching swim lessons, participating in trainings, and responding to emergencies as needed to ensure a safe and welcoming pool environment.