# Swim Instructor/Lifeguard

> East Bank Club · Chicago, United States · Part-time · Posted 2026-09-25

**Salary:** USD 16–20

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Fitness & Recreation

## Description

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._

## Apply

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