Pitt's Kids Summer Camp Swim Staff

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Pitt's Kids Summer Camp Swim Staff to oversee swimming lessons for children aged 6-15. You will need to ensure water safety and provide a fun learning environment while conducting safety drills and engaging in STEAM activities. This is an exciting opportunity to foster children's development and enjoyment of aquatic activities while promoting water safety.

Qualifications

• Strong swimming abilities required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred.
• 1-2 years’ experience planning lessons for children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee swimming lessons and ensure water safety for campers aged 6-15.
• Conduct safety drills and assess camper progress.
• Assist with STEAM activities during non-swim times.

Skills

Swimming skills

Teaching

Water Safety

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Swim Instructor Certification

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

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The PITT’s KIDS Summer Camp program provides instruction in aquatics, games, and sports instruction to children ages 5 to 16 years old.

Through this developmental program, children participate in a variety of age-appropriate activities with a focus on progressive skill instruction. The program uses all areas of Trees Hall including the rock wall and the Olympic-size swimming pool. We also use the small pool in the back of the Olympic pool. Pitt's Kids Fall Program is looking for energetic and creative students to design and implement fun physical activities for our youth participants. The Summer Camp Swim Instructor will oversee swimming lessons and water safety for campers aged 6-15, ensuring a fun and secure aquatic environment. Responsibilities include teaching basic to advanced swim skills, conducting safety drills, and assessing camper progress. The instructor will promote water safety awareness, supervise swim sessions, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. During mornings with no swim scheduled, swim staff will be expected to assist with STEAM activities, engaging campers in creative and educational projects that promote learning and teamwork. Candidates should possess strong swimming abilities.

CPR, First Aid, and Swim Instructor certifications are preferred.

DATES: 6/23/25-7/31/25, 6-weeks Monday-Thursday 9AM-3:30PM. Option to work additional hours between pre-care 8AM-9AM and post-care 3:30PM-5:30PM.

Required Orientation: 6/16/24 & 6/17/25 9AM-1PM

PURPOSE OF JOB : To work directly with the children to effectively facilitate their participation, skill development, and enjoyment of the program. To develop, revise, and implement lesson plans. To model, demonstrate, and provide hands on guidance and instruction to the children in the activity and during transitional locations. To communicate needs and wants to staff. To provide a safe environment for the children. To represent the Pitt’s Kids well to families and children. To work with the Pitt’s Kids administrators in all essential levels of program planning and development in the vital administration of Pitt’s Kids program.

Apply today to join our team!

• The Pennsylvania Child Protection Clearances prior to start (FBI, Child Abuse, Criminal Background Check)
• First Aid and CPR Preferred
• High School diploma minimum
• Swim Instruction certification preferred
• 1-2 years’ experience planning lessons for instruction with children preferred
  
  

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Department

Educ-Office of the Dean

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Years Of Experience Required

No experience required

Average number of working hours per week for this assignment

26

Work Schedule

Monday-Thursday 9AM-3:30PM

Is there a potential this assignment will result in a regular Staff position?

No

Work Arrangement

On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Requested Pay Rate

$13.00-$14.00/hr

Visa Sponsorship Provided

No

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances

The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Not Applicable

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Higher Education

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