Summer Camp Swimming Instructor

Ethical Culture Fieldston School•New York, NY

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Ethical Culture Fieldston School is seeking a passionate and experienced summer Swim Instructor for their six-week summer day camp. This role is responsible for teaching water safety and swimming techniques to students from PreK through 8th grade at various skill levels. Duties include creating lesson plans, assessing student progress, maintaining a safe and supervised environment, and communicating with parents or participants about skill development. The position is full-time, running from June 22, 2026, through July 31, 2026, Monday - Friday from 8:30 am-3:30 pm. Mandatory training dates are May 31st, June 13th, and June 14th. The hiring range is $20.00 - $25.00 per hour. This is an onsite role.

Requirements

Advanced CPR/First Aid Certifications and previous lifeguarding experience
A Bachelor’s Degree or some college level coursework required
The ability to identify issues quickly and problem solve accordingly, and to remain calm in stressful situations that may arise
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to follow directions and apply feedback in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Demonstrated responsibility, reliability, and maturity appropriate for working with children
The ability to engage with campers across a wide developmental range (Pre-K through 8th grade)
Patience and adaptability when working with different age groups and learning needs
The ability to remain engaged, attentive, and professional throughout the camp day
A positive attitude and willingness to learn and take initiative
Reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance
The ability to contribute to a welcoming and inclusive camp environment in which all members of our community feel supported and valued
A passion for teaching with a pleasant and positive demeanor toward all forms of teaching and learning
The ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with faculty, administrators, students, parents, and the overall community

Responsibilities

Working in tandem with the Director of Aquatics to plan and lead age-appropriate swimming sessions for Pre-K to 8 grade students
Ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants by closely monitoring swimming activities and enforcing pool rules
Creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all participants
Appropriately addressing student behavioral issues and other challenges that may arise in order to maintain a safe environment and a sense of calm in such situations
Providing encouragement to students to help support their social and emotional growth
Ensuring the confidentiality of student information as necessary
Attending meetings as scheduled
Learning and implementing after school policies and procedures
Maintaining accurate attendance records and reporting any incidents to the program coordinator
Assisting in monitoring Pre-K to 5th-grade students during afterschool check-in
Escorting children between Fieldston Lower and the Athletics Center pool
Fostering positive relationships with team members and various stakeholders
Maintaining compliance with all school policies, state regulations, and educational standards
Performing other related projects and duties as needed and assigned