Lifeguard Swim Instructor Summer 2026

Apple Montessori Schools • Warren, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lifeguard- Swim Instruction Summer 2026 At Apple Montessori Schools, being a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor is more than just a summer job — it's an opportunity to inspire confidence, teach life-saving skills, and create joyful experiences for young children. You’ll play a key role in our summer program by ensuring safety at the pool and guiding students through fun, developmentally appropriate swim lessons. With a Monday through Friday schedule and no nights or weekends, you’ll enjoy a great work-life balance while making a meaningful impact each day. When isn’t the sun shining? You’re still part of the team — stepping into our classrooms to support teachers and connect with students in new ways.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18
• High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED) or equivalent.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willing to obtain
• Current Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification or willing to obtain prior to the beginning of camp.
• Ability to maintain certification level of physical and mental readiness.

Nice To Haves

• Support Provided for Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, Including CPR and First Aid Training: We offer assistance in obtaining your Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, including CPR and First Aid training.

Responsibilities

• Maintains constant surveillance of the pool area and is rescue ready at all times and headcount of children at all times.
• Provide safety information to children prior to them entering the pool.
• Supervise swimmers to ensure they are swimming within the safety protocols.
• Spot hazards or potential and take measures to prevent accidents.
• Perform rescues in the event of swimming accidents.
• Perform first aid and CPR according to the demands of adverse situations.
• Perform pool chemical checks to ensure safety and hygiene.
• Maintain accurate records of pool use and chemical levels.
• Teaches level-appropriate swimming techniques and safety education by Apple Montessori Schools swim lesson standards to all swimmers.
• Check the safety of rescue tubes and buoys and perform needed maintenance.
• Ensure that all pool equipment and chemicals are stored safely away.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergencies immediately in accordance with Apple Montessori Schools.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Maintains an attractive and clean aquatic environment.
• Assists Teacher and Teacher Assistant in the classroom as necessary.
• Performs all such related and non-related duties as may be assigned from time to time.
• Maintain the highest level of pool safety and surveillance, while also engaging campers in swim instruction.

Benefits

• Summer Camp Session: July 6th- August 28th, 2026
• Mandatory Training/Orientation days prior to the start of camp.
• Shift: Monday- Friday, Full-time hours, enjoying your evenings and weekends off! ( 35–40 hours per week)
• Rain or Shine – We’re a Team!
• Support Provided for Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, Including CPR and First Aid Training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED