Aquatics Lifeguard Instructor

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Safety Program Manager for Aquatics, the lifeguard instructor is responsible for the instruction, leadership, supervision, control, and safety of all class participants. The lifeguard instructor is responsible for the appearance, presentation, and working order of all materials and equipment used for lifeguard instruction. It is the lifeguard instructor's responsibility to observe and direct all class participants, and to provide feedback and appropriate correction according to the American Red Cross or Lifesaving Society.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans and organizes personal class teaching outlines, methods and goals that support the general teaching outlines provided by the American Red Cross Lifeguard or Lifesaving Society
• Organizes and directs activities of assigned participants in order to provide a high level of quality instruction for all students
• Enforces pool safety standards and facility operational rules for all individuals using the facilities
• Helps organize and assists in the development of special programs, activities or instruction
• Completes and submits records and documentation of completed classes immediately after the completion of the course

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current ARC/LSS Lifeguard Certification
• Current ARC/LSS Lifeguard Instructor Certification
• Current CPR/ First Aid/AED Certifications
• Ability to react to emergency situations by quick movements, strenuous activity, and on occasion assist or lift persons in distress of varying weights
• Required to remain alert to dangerous situations while sitting, standing or walking for various lengths of time

Preferred Requirements

• Previous Lifeguard instruction experience

Pay

This is an hourly position with wages starting at $16.00 and pays up to $19.00, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

• A fully subsidized membership

• Discounts on Life Time products and services

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)

• Training and professional development

• Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

• Short term and long term disability insurance

• Life insurance

• Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans

• Parental leave and adoption assistance

• Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave

• Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.