Swim Instructor-Seasonal

💦 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.