Headfirst Summer Camps
Certified Lifeguard & Swim Instructor - Zone B, STA: 2025-3500
Headfirst Summer Camps, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Certified Lifeguard & Swim Instructor - Zone B
role at Headfirst Summer Camps.
At Headfirst, we design fun, intentional, and transformational camp experiences where every camper feels seen, known, and celebrated. Growth doesn’t happen by accident—it happens by design. Through thoughtfully planned activities and trained staff, we create Headfirst Moments when a camper tries something new, pushes through fear, and realizes, “I can do it.”
Headfirst Summer Camp
Certified Lifeguards & Swim Instructors
balance supervising pool safety as a lifeguard and teaching swim classes. This includes writing home to parents about a camper’s progress in the pool and assisting in swim testing for recreational swim blocks. We provide the pool policies, instructional swim curriculum, and daily camp schedules along with all equipment for a successful day at the pool, but need you to bring the camp to life with enthusiasm and an eye for safety.
Camper Ages
3–12 years old
Activities & Responsibilities
Swimming Supervision:
Reinforce safety policies and guidelines, administer first aid and CPR, perform backboard rescues, and execute emergency procedures as needed.
Swim Instruction:
Provide instruction in blowing bubbles, floating (front and back), swim strokes, kicking, breath control, jumping into the pool, and recreational free swim.
Report Writing:
Complete thorough, timely, and accurate written weekly individual camper swim reports based on the week’s activities.
Safety Protocols:
Implement Headfirst’s safety protocols on supervision, bathrooms, emergency policies, and pool safety procedures.
Training & Growth:
Attend in‑season safety trainings and consistently strive for personal growth in learning swim instruction and improving first responder skills.
Carpool Execution:
Execute morning and afternoon carpool as a key player, welcoming each family to camp by name with coordinated carpool procedures.
Team Interaction:
Represent the Headfirst brand daily to families and facility partners by being enthusiastic, helpful, hands‑on, and in uniform.
Flexibility & Resilience:
Practice resiliency and maintain a “How Can I Help?” mentality that prioritizes camper experience and team success.
Schedule
In‑season (late June through mid August): 7:45 am – 3:30 pm, Monday – Friday.
Pre‑season (early June): Select weekends for training and site preparation.
Compensation $13 – $18 per hour.
Qualifications
Minimum 16 years old with at least two years of high school completed or equivalent.
Experience in swim instruction is preferred, but not required.
Must be able to:
Swim and remain in a swimming pool for extended periods.
Work around small children, including sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs.
Work in hot and outdoor environments while actively supervising.
Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.
Adhere to a Cell‑Phone Free policy during shifts.
Required Certifications:
Lifeguard Certification and First Aid & CPR Certification, or the ability to complete these prior to May 30.
Certified lifeguard bonus eligible upon certification completion.
Equal Opportunity Employment Headfirst Summer Camps is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity across our community, and we strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups and those who might need reasonable accommodation to apply.
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Certified Lifeguard & Swim Instructor - Zone B
role at Headfirst Summer Camps.
At Headfirst, we design fun, intentional, and transformational camp experiences where every camper feels seen, known, and celebrated. Growth doesn’t happen by accident—it happens by design. Through thoughtfully planned activities and trained staff, we create Headfirst Moments when a camper tries something new, pushes through fear, and realizes, “I can do it.”
Headfirst Summer Camp
Certified Lifeguards & Swim Instructors
balance supervising pool safety as a lifeguard and teaching swim classes. This includes writing home to parents about a camper’s progress in the pool and assisting in swim testing for recreational swim blocks. We provide the pool policies, instructional swim curriculum, and daily camp schedules along with all equipment for a successful day at the pool, but need you to bring the camp to life with enthusiasm and an eye for safety.
Camper Ages
3–12 years old
Activities & Responsibilities
Swimming Supervision:
Reinforce safety policies and guidelines, administer first aid and CPR, perform backboard rescues, and execute emergency procedures as needed.
Swim Instruction:
Provide instruction in blowing bubbles, floating (front and back), swim strokes, kicking, breath control, jumping into the pool, and recreational free swim.
Report Writing:
Complete thorough, timely, and accurate written weekly individual camper swim reports based on the week’s activities.
Safety Protocols:
Implement Headfirst’s safety protocols on supervision, bathrooms, emergency policies, and pool safety procedures.
Training & Growth:
Attend in‑season safety trainings and consistently strive for personal growth in learning swim instruction and improving first responder skills.
Carpool Execution:
Execute morning and afternoon carpool as a key player, welcoming each family to camp by name with coordinated carpool procedures.
Team Interaction:
Represent the Headfirst brand daily to families and facility partners by being enthusiastic, helpful, hands‑on, and in uniform.
Flexibility & Resilience:
Practice resiliency and maintain a “How Can I Help?” mentality that prioritizes camper experience and team success.
Schedule
In‑season (late June through mid August): 7:45 am – 3:30 pm, Monday – Friday.
Pre‑season (early June): Select weekends for training and site preparation.
Compensation $13 – $18 per hour.
Qualifications
Minimum 16 years old with at least two years of high school completed or equivalent.
Experience in swim instruction is preferred, but not required.
Must be able to:
Swim and remain in a swimming pool for extended periods.
Work around small children, including sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs.
Work in hot and outdoor environments while actively supervising.
Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.
Adhere to a Cell‑Phone Free policy during shifts.
Required Certifications:
Lifeguard Certification and First Aid & CPR Certification, or the ability to complete these prior to May 30.
Certified lifeguard bonus eligible upon certification completion.
Equal Opportunity Employment Headfirst Summer Camps is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity across our community, and we strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups and those who might need reasonable accommodation to apply.
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