LIFEGUARDING INSTRUCTOR, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Job at Boston University, Boston, MA

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  • Boston University
  • Boston, MA

Job Description

Are you passionate about water safety and ready to train the next generation of lifeguards? Join the aquatics team at Boston University’s Fitness & Recreation Center (FitRec) — a dynamic and inclusive facility that promotes health, wellness, and lifelong fitness for the BU community and beyond.

We are currently accepting applications for a Lifeguard Instructor to lead American Red Cross certification courses. In this key instructional role, you'll provide a safe, engaging, and supportive learning experience while ensuring participants are fully prepared and confident in their lifeguarding skills.

In this role, you will:

  • Facilitate American Red Cross certification courses per national standards

  • Supervise participants closely during skill practice and evaluations

  • Offer attentive, clear, and proactive feedback

  • Ensure consistency and quality in all course instruction

  • Complete administrative tasks such as developing lesson plans based on pool space, evaluating participants, and maintaining records in the Red Cross Learning Center

Required Skills

Required Certifications:
All applicants must hold the following current certifications:

  • American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor r.24

  • American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor r.21

  • American Red Cross Inclusion Resource Training Certificate

  • American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid (2024)

Pay starts at $25/hour.

Perks of working at FitRec include:

  • Free FitRec membership—enjoy access to our pools, fitness equipment, track, climbing wall, and group classes

  • A supportive team environment and opportunities to grow your teaching and leadership skills

Ready to lead with purpose?

Questions? Contact the Aquatics Office at  swimming@bu.edu

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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