Swim Instructor/Lifeguard
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The Posting
East Bank Club is seeking experienced and enthusiastic Lifeguard/Swim Instructors to join our team. As a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor, you will be responsible for weekly lifeguarding shifts and instructing swimming lessons for learn to swim skill levels. You will be tasked with ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants while teaching proper swim techniques and water safety.
Current Lifeguarding Hours Available:
Sunday: 8:30am-12:30pm
Monday: 3:00-7:15pm, 3:30-8:00pm
Tuesday: 9:45am-4:00pm, 3:00-8:00pm
Wednesday: 3:30-8:00pm
Thursday: 3:00-8:00pm
Friday: 3:00-8:00pm, 4:00-8:15pm
Saturday and Sunday availability required
Pay Rate:
Lifeguard Hourly Rate: $20.00
Swim Instructor: 100% commission. Commission structure: 40% of service revenue. Estimated earnings range: $24-33 per hour based on typical services volume.
Privates
- 30 minutes $16.00
- 60 minutes $32.00
Youth groups
- 30 minutes $15.00
Job Responsibilities:
- Greet and assist members utilizing the pool area
- Observe assigned pool and surrounding area
- Enforce all posted pool guidelines
- Enforce Children’s Rules and age restrictions
- Assist Aerobics and Swim Instructors in setting up or facilitating classes including taking attendance
- Relay any member relations problems to management
- Develop and implement swim lesson plans
- Provide individual and group instruction to participants of all ages and skill levels
- Assess participant abilities and adjust instruction as needed
- Ensure a safe and positive learning environment
- Enforce safety rules and guidelines
- Communicate effectively with participants and their parents/guardians
- Maintain accurate records of participant progress
- Attend required meetings and training sessions
- Assist with swim team or special aquatic events, as needed
Requirements
Requirements
- Must be authorized to work in the USA. We use E-Verify.
- Previous lifeguarding and swim instruction experience preferred.
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification or equivalent preferred.
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification required (Shallow Water or deeper)
This is a year-round position (not seasonal). If hired, your start date shall not surpass 3 weeks from the initial offer. Weekday and weekend availability is required. This role will be expected to work at least one evening and one weekend shift per week.
Benefits
- Time Off & Retirement
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with company match up to 3%
- Value Sharing (Profit sharing)
- Holiday Bonus
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health & Wellness:
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
- HSA and FSA enrollment options
- Short- & Long-Term Disability options
- Life Insurance: Basic coverage equivalent to annual income, with voluntary options for additional coverage
- Long-Term Care options: Coverage up to 50% of annual income
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Pet Insurance through MetLife
- Employee Perks:
- Free workout privileges
- Employee discounts in the Pro Shop, Spa & Salon services and in the Market
- Parking and transit benefits (pre-tax deduction)
- Access to Tickets at Work discounts
- Tuition reimbursement
East Bank Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug/smoke-free workplace.
Facts
- Source
- Workable
- External id
- 5F008A1214
- Location
- Chicago, IL, United States
- Remote
- Not stated
- Employment
- Part time
- Posted
- 25 Sep 2026
- First seen
- 20 Oct 2026, 10:56
- Last seen
- 2 Nov 2026, 06:11
- Status
- Not yet added
- Posting id
- df2a3a32-5bad-5b36-86c6-7462a400f714
