Part Time Swim Instructor

Near North Montessori School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Summer camp schedule

Job summary

Near North Montessori School in Chicago is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to teach lessons and supervise the pool for ages 0-14, starting August 22, 2026, with hours increasing for summer camp. The role emphasizes safety and is on Saturdays, 8:30am to 2:30pm, with a guaranteed 6 hours per week and additional summer cap shifts.

Responsibilities include teaching Learn to Swim and Instructional Swim, enforcing pool rules, and responding to emergencies.

Qualifications

• Active lifeguard certification (ARC Lifeguarding) and First Aid required.
• ARC-CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons to ages 0–12 and specific classes (Learn to Swim, Instructional Swim).
• Actively guard and scan the pool, enforce rules, and respond to emergencies.
• Educate students on safe pool use and assist with pool maintenance as needed.
• Participate in regular in-service training and maintain certifications.

Skills

Communication

Emergency response

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

We are seeking candidates to fill our Swim Instructor role! This role is set to start August 22, 2026 working year round, with hours increasing in the summer for summer camp.

Our Swim Instructors help to keep students and other pool visitors safe and provide swim lessons. They will work directly with students (ages 0-14) and their families, and a great team of aquatics teachers.

Job Description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Teach swim lessons to the 0 to 12 year old age group. Specific classes may include:

Learn to Swim (3-6 years)

Instructional Swim (5-9 years)

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

Previous swimming experience and swim instruction and/or 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 $25.00 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.