Summer Lifeguard - Swim Instructor Summer 2025 Morris Plains, NJ

Apple Montessori Schools Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Montessori Schools is seeking a Summer Lifeguard & Swim Instructor for the 2025 Season. This role involves teaching children swimming skills, ensuring pool safety, and contributing to a positive camp experience. Join a fun and dynamic summer team, and make a difference in children's lives while enjoying work-life balance.

Benefits

50% support toward your Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Evenings and weekends off

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 17.
• CPR & First Aid Certification required (or willingness to obtain).
• Red Cross Lifeguard Certification required (or commitment to complete).
• 1 year of experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool.
• Lead swimming lessons for children.
• Perform CPR/First Aid as necessary.
• Ensure pool safety and hygiene.

Skills

Awareness

Alertness

Team Spirit

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Description

Summer Lifeguard & Swim Instructor – 2025 Season

Make a Splash This Summer at Apple Montessori Schools!

At Apple Montessori Schools, being a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor isn’t just a summer job — it’s a chance to inspire young minds, teach life-saving skills, and have a blast while doing it! Join our dynamic summer team and enjoy sunny days filled with laughter, learning, and purpose.

Perks of working at AMS Summer Camp!

Summer Camp Session: June 30th- August 22nd, 2025

Monday – Friday only: Enjoy your evenings and weekends off!

Full-time position: 35–40 hours per week - consistent daytime hours with a great work-life balance

Rain or Shine – We’re a Team! At Apple Montessori, we believe in flexibility and teamwork. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, our Lifeguard/Swim Instructors support our classrooms for the day, helping create a positive learning environment indoors. Your role may shift, but your impact stays strong — rain or shine!

50% support toward your Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (including CPR & First Aid!) *Must work 35 out of 40 camp days to qualify

What You’ll Do:

• Keep a watchful eye and maintain constant surveillance of the pool
• Lead developmentally appropriate swimming lessons for children
• Be ready for rescues and perform CPR/First Aid when necessary
• Ensure pool safety and hygiene, including chemical checks
• Jump in to support classrooms on rainy days – we’re a team, rain or shine!

Requirements

• Minimum age of 17
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• CPR & First Aid Certification – or willingness to obtain as part of your Lifeguard Certification process.
• Red Cross Lifeguard Certification – or a commitment to complete certification prior to your first official day.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children
• Strong awareness, alertness, and a passion for safety
• Team spirit and flexibility — ready to help wherever needed

Ready to spend your summer making memories, building confidence, and making a splash?

Apply today and be a part of something meaningful, rewarding, and FUN at Apple Montessori Schools!