Dream Camp Lifeguard-Swim Instructor

What is unique about Dream Camp?

Dream Camp provides an exciting and safe summer for Hartford youth through a 5-week camp experience.

Dream Camp welcomes back nearly 88% of our campers and 75% of our staff each year.

What those numbers mean is that Dream Camp creates an environment that brings out the best in all of those it touches.

Being a part of the Dream Camp family enables campers to see their true potential, and staff to see the impact they can truly make in just 5 weeks.

Every day, the Lifeguard-Swim Instructor brings the ESF Dream Camp Aquatics Program alive for our campers by teaching swimming, and lifeguarding, ensuring pool safety, and supporting pool management.

Curriculum and supplies are provided. 

Why Dream Camp? 


* Inspire Young Minds: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while receiving comprehensive training and support. 


* Unleash Your Potential: We offer internships, fieldwork, and overall professional development opportunities.


* Become a Leader: Gain valuable leadership experience as you supervise and mentor children. 


* Positive Environment: Experience being part of a team guided by ESF Core Values. 

Dream Camp Perks: 


* Convenient Summer Schedule: Consistent schedule for 5 consecutive weeks.

Enjoy nights and weekends off.


* Employee Referral Bonus Program: Increase your earnings through referrals from your network. 


* Free Certifications: Reimbursements are available for qualified roles (including lifeguarding and other certifications). 


* Camp Enrollment: For children of team members

 Requirements: 


* Swimming Background: Previous swimming background with swim team, water polo team or other structured swim program preferred.


* Experience: We are looking for experience working with children.
+ Previous experience working with children in a camp setting is preferred.  
+ Previous experience working with urban youth and families preferred (1st-11th grades)


* Age Requirements: Must be at least age 16 by the start of camp. 


* Certification(s): Must have certifications: Current American Red Cross Lifeguard and First Aid Certification, Current American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Certification


* Hours: Typically, from 8:30 am to 3:40 pm, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for additional hours


* Schedule Commitment: Any schedule changes or time off must be pre-approved by the site director. 


* Required Training: Complete all required ESF and state-mandated training and onboarding.


* Dress Code: Maintain the "ESF Look" (camp uniform) and embody the spirit of the camp. 

Essential Job Responsibilities: 


* Teach Swimming: Provide daily swim instruction to campers grades 1-11 at various skill levels.
+ Complete weekly progress reports for all campers and other required paperwork


* Pool Operations: Implement proper pool procedures for op...