Swim Instructor-Seasonal

Confidential

Crystal Lake, Illinois permanent

Posted: January 30, 2026

Required Skills

Job Description

💦 Summer Job Alert: Swim Instructors Wanted! 🏖️

Love the water and enjoy helping kids learn new skills? Want a summer job that’s fun and meaningful? The Crystal Lake Park District is hiring Swim Instructors to teach swim lessons, promote water safety, and help swimmers build confidence in the water.

*Please include two letters of recommendation with your application*

🏊 What You’ll Be Doing

As a Swim Instructor, you’ll:

Teach swim lessons using the Park District’s Swim curriculum.

Help swimmers feel safe, confident, and successful in the water.

Encourage good safety habits and a love of swimming.

Track swimmer progress and help with simple progress reports.

Be patient, positive, and supportive with swimmers of all ages.

Share information about aquatic programs with families when needed.

Attend required trainings and staff meetings.

Watch for safety hazards and report or fix issues when possible.

Help with light cleanup to keep aquatic areas clean and safe.

Wear your uniform and represent the Park District professionally.

✅ What You Need

You’re a great fit if you:

Are at least 15 years old.

Have the CPR certification for the professional rescuer.

Enjoy working with kids and helping others learn.

Communicate clearly and respectfully with swimmers, parents, and coworkers.

Are reliable, punctual, and take responsibility seriously.

Can work independently while also being a team player.

Are comfortable enforcing rules in a calm, respectful way.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification is preferred (but not required).

Schedule Details

12–25 hours per week, depending on weather and attendance.

This is a seasonal position, May 12-September 8

😎 Why This Job Is Awesome

Learn leadership and teaching skills.

Build confidence and communication experience.

Earn certifications that look great on resumes and college applications.

Work outdoors and stay active.

Make a real difference by teaching a life-saving skill.

The Crystal Lake Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please click here for a listing of our benefit offerings.

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