Part Time Lifeguard

Near North Montessori School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

Near North Montessori School is seeking a dedicated lifeguard to supervise the pool area on Saturdays, ensuring student safety and adherence to pool rules. The role involves education on safe pool use and responsive action in emergencies.

This part-time position requires lifeguard experience with children, current ARC Lifeguarding and CPR/AED certifications, and strong communication skills with students, parents, and staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Swimming and lifeguard experience required, preferably with 3–6 year old children.
• Active ARC Lifeguarding and First Aid certification.
• ARC CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification.

Responsibilities

• Guard and scan pool area.
• Enforce pool rules and educate students and visitors.
• Assist in clearing swimmers from the water when necessary.
• Assist students and visitors in non-emergency situations.
• Respond to emergencies following training and protocols.
• Report unsafe conditions or equipment.
• Educate students on safe pool use and assist with swim instruction.
• Perform general pool or locker room maintenance as assigned.
• Participate in in-service training and maintain certifications.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Emergency response

Teamwork

Ability to follow directions

Organization

Problem solving

Child development understanding

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ARC-Lifeguarding and First Aid

ARC-CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer

Job description

Job Description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Actively guard and scan the pool area
• Prevent injuries by minimizing or eliminating hazards in the pool and aquatics area
• Enforce pool rules and policies, and help to educate students and visitors about them
• Assist in clearing all swimmers from the water when necessary
• Assist students and other pool visitors in non-emergency situations
• Recognize and respond quickly and effectively to all emergencies, following training and facility protocols
• Report any unsafe conditions or equipment
• Assist in educating students about safe pool use and help provide swim instruction or manage pool games when appropriate
• Perform general pool or locker room maintenance or other tasks in the pool area as assigned
• Participate in regular in-service training; maintain certification and physical ability/fitness level in order to effectively respond to an emergency
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred
• Previous swimming experience and lifeguarding experience is required, preferably with 3 to 6 year old children
• Must be actively certified in the following areas:
  • ARC-Lifeguarding and First Aid
  • ARC-CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
    • Prerequisites for American Red Cross lifeguard and rescuer training; include a minimum age of 15 and passing certain swimming requirements
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, verbal and written, with children and adults
• Understanding of a child's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development
• Demonstrated ability to follow directions and complete tasks in an effective manner
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy setting
• Ability to organize and participate in age-appropriate enrichment activities
• Ability to work well with people
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations

Additional Information

Pay Information: Hourly Rate starting at $22.00 per hour

Schedule: Saturdays, 8:30am to 2:30pm, starting August 22, 2026. Guaranteed 6 hours per week; additional hours available during summer camp season (8 weeks in June/July/August)

Near North Montessori believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, ancestry, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. The School’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, conditions, and privileges of employment.