Summer Lifeguard - Swim Instructor : Talent Network

Summer Camp 2026 – Lifeguard & Swim Instructor

Location: Various Apple Montessori locations (Mahwah, Oakland, and Paramus, NJ)

We are currently accepting applications for our program and will begin interviewing starting in April 2026. At Apple Montessori Schools, a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor is more than just a summer job; it’s an opportunity to build confidence, teach life‑saving skills, and create joyful, memorable experiences for young children.

In this role, you’ll be a key part of our summer camp program by ensuring pool safety while leading fun, developmentally appropriate swim lessons. With a Monday‑through‑Friday schedule and no nights or weekends, you’ll enjoy a strong work‑life balance while making a meaningful impact each day. When swim activities are paused due to weather, Lifeguard/Swim Instructors support our classrooms, helping create a positive learning environment indoors.

Your role may shift, but your impact remains just as important, rain or shine.

• Interviews begin:
  April 2026
• Summer camp session:
  July 6 – August 28, 2026

• Monday‑Friday only — no nights or weekends
• Full‑time position: 35‑40 hours per week
• Consistent daytime hours with a great work‑life balance
• Rain or shine – we’re a team!
• Support provided for Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, including CPR and First Aid training (if needed)
• On non‑swim days, Lifeguard/Swim Instructors assist in classrooms and support teaching staff

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area and conduct regular headcounts of children
• Provide safety instructions to children prior to pool entry
• Supervise swimmers to ensure adherence to safety protocols
• Identify hazards or potential risks and take preventative measures
• Perform water rescues as needed
• Administer first aid and CPR in emergency situations
• Conduct pool chemical checks to ensure safety and hygiene
• Maintain accurate records of pool usage and chemical levels
• Teach level‑appropriate swimming techniques and water safety based on Apple Montessori Schools swim lesson standards
• Inspect and maintain rescue equipment and safety supplies
• Ensure pool equipment and chemicals are stored safely
• Follow all emergency procedures and safety guidelines
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming aquatic environment
• Assist teachers and teacher assistants in classrooms when needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Minimum age of 18
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Must be available to work a minimum of 7 out of the 8 weeks of summer camp
• At least one year of experience working with children
• Availability for scheduled hours throughout the camp session
• Requires eye‑hand coordination and manual dexterity; normal hearing and vision (including color distinction)
• Ability to remain calm and flexible in dynamic or stressful situations
• Outdoor‑based role requiring swimming, diving, and treading water
• Ability to maintain required physical and mental readiness

Salary: $17.00‑$18.00 per hour

Apply early and plan ahead!