Camp Lifeguard-Swim Instructor at Chapin

Join our Chapin team in Princeton: Be a Hero to Campers as a Camp Lifeguard-Swim Instructor at ESF Camps!

Are you ready to embark on a thrilling adventure filled with laughter, learning, and unforgettable moments? At ESF Camps, we are on a mission to create a summer like no other for campers from preschool to 8th grade.

We are looking for energetic and passionate people to join our team and make a positive impact while having a blast!

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

Curriculum and supplies are provided.

Why ESF?


* 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.

Extra Perks:


* Convenient Summer Schedule: 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).


* Camp Tuition: Enjoy a significantly discounted tuition rate exclusively for Team members’ children.

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. 


* 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 8:15 am to 3:40 pm, Monday to Friday, with opportunities to teach after-camp swim lessons for additional income.


* 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 ages 3-14 at various skill levels.
+ Complete weekly progress reports for all campers and other required paperwork


* Pool Operations: Implement proper pool procedures for opening, water quality (testing, chlorine, etc.), and closing.


* Safety & Positive Group Management: Ensure the safety and well-being of campers with an emphasis on positive behavior and effective group mana...