Summer Swim Program LEAD Lifeguard​/Instructor - AGHS​/NHS

summer swim program lead lifeguard / instructor

position type: summer swim / lifeguard / instructor

date posted: 2/19/2026

location: human resources

review: two (2) positions under the direction of the summer swim program supervisor, overseeing the day‑to‑day operation of the lmusd summer swim program at arroyo grande high school and nipomo high school pools.

• education: graduation from high school or equivalent.
• certifications: valid cpr certification & first aid course.
• lifeguard certifications (required): valid lifeguard certification with cpr/aed for the professional rescuer, first aid, epi and asthma training, emergency oxygen, first aid for the public safety personnel, and blood borne pathogens training.

arroyo grande high school & nipomo high school

maximum 8 hours/day

may 2026 - august 2026

$18.00 hourly rate

1) resume,
2) letter of recommendation

open until filled

• lead training, scheduling, and performance of staff and student employees; supervise day‑to‑day staff activities.
• oversee daily implementation of aquatic programs for students and the public with district permission.
• respond to emergency situations with quick movements and, when necessary, assist or lift individuals.
• remain alert to dangerous situations while sitting, standing, or walking for extended periods.
• track and monitor daily revenue and expenditures for the summer swim program.
• adhere to aquatic safety standards and guidelines.
• perform miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.

• lead training, scheduling, and performance of staff and student employees.
• oversee daily implementation of aquatic programs for students and the public.
• respond to emergencies with rapid action.
• remain alert in all positions.
• track and monitor daily revenue and expenditures.
• adhere to aquatic safety standards.
• perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

• stand and sit for extended periods; swim regardless of pool depth.
• read printed matter, with or without vision aids.
• hear and understand speech at normal levels.
• speak english so that others understand.
• lift and carry 100‑150 pounds to waist height.
• move throughout building and school grounds.

• concentrate on a single task for up to two hours.
• learn quickly and adapt to technology and procedures.
• meet deadlines.
• speak and write clearly and concisely.

• interact daily in person with district members and program staff.
• maintain consistent attendance.
• exhibit patient attitude toward students, parents, staff, and community.
• maintain privacy of confidential information.

the lucia mar unified school district prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment, or bullying based on a person's race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnicity, age, religion, pregnancy, childbirth, or lactation, parental, family, or marital status, reproductive health decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, or association with a person or group with any of these characteristics.

contact:
jennifer handy, assistant superintendent of human resources
, 602 orchard street, arroyo grande, ca 93420, phone: 805‑474‑3000 ext. 1190, email: jennifer.handy;
linda pierce, director of student services
, 227 bridge st., arroyo grande, ca 93420, phone: 805‑474‑3000 ext. 1189, email: linda.pierce.

all materials for this position are property of the lucia mar unified school district and may be reviewed by, but cannot be returned to the applicant.

an equal opportunity employer.