LIFEGUARDING INSTRUCTOR Physical Education Recreation and Dance

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University is seeking a Lifeguard Instructor to join its aquatics team at the Fitness & Recreation Center. This full-time position involves leading American Red Cross certification courses and ensuring a safe learning environment for participants. The role also includes developing lesson plans and supervising skill practices, aiming to empower participants in their lifeguarding skills.

Benefits

Free FitRec membership

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor certification required.
• Must have First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification.
• Inclusion Resource Training Certificate and Lifeguarding with CPR/AED also required.

Responsibilities

• Lead American Red Cross certification courses in lifeguarding.
• Supervise skill practice and evaluations of participants.
• Maintain records and develop lesson plans for the courses.

Skills

Instructional Skills

Safety Awareness

Communication

Job description

LIFEGUARDING INSTRUCTOR, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance

Category

Job Location

Tracking Code

25599936220625

Posted Date

6/25/2025

Salary Grade

Grade 45

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Are you passionate about water safety and ready to train the next generation of lifeguards? Join the aquatics team at Boston University’s Fitness & Recreation Center (FitRec) — a dynamic and inclusive facility that promotes health, wellness, and lifelong fitness for the BU community and beyond.

We are currently accepting applications for a Lifeguard Instructor to lead American Red Cross certification courses. In this key instructional role, you'll provide a safe, engaging, and supportive learning experience while ensuring participants are fully prepared and confident in their lifeguarding skills.

In this role, you will:

Facilitate American Red Cross certification courses per national standards

Supervise participants closely during skill practice and evaluations

Offer attentive, clear, and proactive feedback

Ensure consistency and quality in all course instruction

Complete administrative tasks such as developing lesson plans based on pool space, evaluating participants, and maintaining records in the Red Cross Learning Center

Required Skills

Required Certifications:
All applicants must hold the following current certifications:

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor r.24

American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor r.21

American Red Cross Inclusion Resource Training Certificate

American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid (2024)

Pay starts at $25/hour.

Perks of working at FitRec include:

Free FitRec membership—enjoy access to our pools, fitness equipment, track, climbing wall, and group classes

A supportive team environment and opportunities to grow your teaching and leadership skills

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.