Lifeguard & Swim Instructor — Year‑Round, Competitive Pay

East Bank Club; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Holiday Bonus

Paid Parental Leave

Health, vision, dental insurance

Job summary

East Bank Club is seeking experienced Lifeguard/Swim Instructors to join our team. You will manage weekly lifeguarding shifts and teach swim lessons for learn-to-swim levels, ensuring safety and enjoyment for all participants.

Responsibilities include greeting members, enforcing pool rules, developing lesson plans, and providing instruction across ages and skill levels. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and year-round employment.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the USA. We use E-Verify.
• Previous lifeguarding and swim instruction experience preferred.
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification or equivalent preferred.
• American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification required (Shallow Water or deeper)

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist members utilizing the pool area.
• Observe assigned pool and surrounding area.
• Enforce all posted pool guidelines.
• Enforce Children's Rules and age restrictions.
• Assist Aerobics and Swim Instructors in setting up or facilitating classes including taking attendance.
• Relay any member relations problems to management.
• Develop and implement swim lesson plans.
• Provide individual and group instruction to participants of all ages and skill levels.
• Assess participant abilities and adjust instruction as needed.
• Ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
• Enforce safety rules and guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with participants and their parents/guardians.
• Maintain accurate records of participant progress.
• Attend required meetings and training sessions.
• Assist with swim team or special aquatic events, as needed

Skills

Lifeguard

Swim Instructor

Customer Service

Safety Awareness

Education

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification

Job description

East Bank Club is seeking experienced Lifeguard/Swim Instructors to join our team. You will manage weekly lifeguarding shifts and teach swim lessons for learn-to-swim levels, ensuring safety and enjoyment for all participants.

Responsibilities include greeting members, enforcing pool rules, developing lesson plans, and providing instruction across ages and skill levels. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and year-round employment.