Summer Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and Lead Swim Coach

Overview The Pingry School is a prestigious K-12 coeducational, independent day school with campuses in Basking Ridge, Pottersville, and Short Hills, New Jersey. Pingry emphasizes academic excellence, a student-written Honor Code, and a commitment to arts, athletics, community, and civic engagement. Our mission is to inspire a lifelong passion for learning, personal development, and social responsibility, preparing students to be global citizens and leaders of the 21st century. For more information, visit pingry.org or connect with The Pingry School on social platforms to learn more about our community. About Pingry Summer Pingry Summer is a seasonal program that offers a diverse portfolio of over 100 programs, including signature day camps, elite athletics, arts, and academic enrichment across three campuses: Basking Ridge, Short Hills, and Pottersville. The program emphasizes camper safety, compliance, and creating memorable experiences for campers, families, and staff. Position Description Title: Pingry Summer Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and Lead Swim Coach Status: Seasonal (Minimum 8-week commitment) Location: Basking Ridge, NJ Compensation: $25.00-$32.00 per hour (Final compensation determined by experience and education) Schedule: Required Training Week of June 15th; hours determined by pool schedule Position Summary The Water Safety Instructor (WSI) serves as the pedagogical leader of the Pingry pool. Reporting to the Summer Aquatics Director, this role executes high-quality swim lessons and mentors a team of lifeguards in aquatics instruction. The WSI ensures every camper receives a safe, skill-based, and encouraging instructional experience. The Candidate Profile We are looking for an experienced educator and safety leader. The ideal WSI is: A Master Teacher: Ability to break down complex strokes into age-appropriate drills for campers. A Staff Mentor: Coaches junior lifeguards to grow into effective instructors. A Proactive Protector: Maintains constant scanning of hazards while teaching. Disciplined & Professional: Maintains high alertness and enforces pool rules consistently. Core Responsibilities Instructional Leadership & Staff Mentorship: Design and execute daily swim lesson plans for various age groups and skill levels; supervise and train junior lifeguards on the deck; provide on-the-job coaching. Surveillance & Emergency Response: Maintain continuous supervision of pool areas; respond to emergencies per the Emergency Action Plan (EAP); provide first aid/CPR/AED as required; enforce safety rules. Program & Deck Operations: Manage instructional equipment; conduct routine checks of water conditions and deck markers; report maintenance concerns; maintain professional boundaries with campers, parents, and staff. Qualifications Technical Certification: Current Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification required. Safety Credentials: Current Lifeguard Certification, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid. Leadership Experience: Proven experience teaching swim lessons and leading/directing a team of junior staff. Physical Readiness: Ability to pass all pre-employment swim tests and maintain stamina for full-day sessions. Required Clearances & Onboarding Complete all digital onboarding via the payroll platform with the Summer Employment Operations Manager. Successful completion of background checks, fingerprinting, and NJ Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Disclosure releases. All current certifications must be uploaded and verified prior to the first day on the stand. Application & Benefits Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at . Final compensation will be determined based on experience and education. Pingry offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plans with employer matching; life and disability insurance; tuition remission for employees' children; and access to wellness and professional development resources. A full list of benefits is available at pingry.org/careers. Commitment to Diversity & Equal Opportunity The Pingry School aspires to be an anti-racist community and is committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Pingry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need, regardless of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status, or other legally protected bases. #J-18808-Ljbffr