The School 

New Canaan Country School, a Pre-K through Grade 9 co-ed, independent day school, currently serves 555 students from diverse backgrounds living in 21 different surrounding towns/cities in Connecticut and New York. Our mission is to create an active, joyful learning environment where children are challenged to think deeply, question confidently, and act generously so that they may lead lives of impact and purpose. We believe that childhood is in itself an integral part of life to be lived fully and happily. Our talented and devoted faculty engages our students in developmentally appropriate ways, delivering a challenging curriculum that builds intellectual skills and fosters creative and critical thinking.

Founded in 1916, the School has been a preeminent leader in early childhood, elementary and middle school education for more than 100 years.

Our Location 

Located on an 85-acre campus, NCCS is a suburban school close to many transportation options. The campus sits an hour south of New Haven and 45 minutes north of New York City by car or commuter train.

Summer@Country School offers a safe, self-contained environment perfect for campers to freely explore and enjoy their favorite activities with friends old and new. We offer a range of traditional and new activities that make each summer unique, including art, STEM and athletics, 85 acres of outdoor and woodland adventure, and weekly specials. Through hands-on experiences and a combination of guided and independent experiences, campers are encouraged to try new things, explore, accept challenges, and most of all have fun.

The Lifeguard is responsible for facilitating and monitoring all pool activities, including water safety, swim tests, and fostering and maintaining a safe, but fun swim experience for campers.

This program runs 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday from June 17-21 (No camp June 19, 2024) and from August 5-16, 2024. The projected number of hours per week is 40. We expect applicants to commit to all June dates and/or all August dates. The compensation for this position is $17-$22 per hour based on experience. 

Orientation and training are mandatory and will be provided prior to the first day of camp. Get ready for a summer of fun by joining the Summer@Country School team! Please check out our website.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all aquatic activities
• Follow and enforce camp and pool safety rules, policies, and procedures
• Organize and run swim tests at the start of each session, classify each swimmer and assign staff to tend to swimmers needing assistance
• Check and accurately record chemical levels daily
• Maintain equipment used in pool area
• Be able to recognize victims in distress, activities which may put swimmers at risk and physical hazards which could injure swimmers or prevent you from adequately helping a swimmer in distress
• Act appropriately and immediately to ensure safety of campers and staff in the event of an emergency
• Responsible for first aid and rescue equipment at the pool area 
• Attend all required meetings
• Flexibility with activities depending on weather, ability to pivot to non-pool activities due to inclement weather

Essential Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Have or be able to obtain a current Lifeguard Certification
• Has experience, excitement, joy and passion for working with children of all ages
• Ability to handle difficult or stressful situations in a professional manner
• Proficient in swimming and safety skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with all constituencies (children, colleagues, families)
• Cooperative, supportive, flexible, organized
• Able to create a positive swim environment and build relationships with children
• Has strong emotional maturity, judgment and leadership capability
• Experience in and commitment to the ongoing development and maintenance of an inclusive campus community
• Experience with emergency/crisis management and conflict resolution
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended periods and in various temperatures
• Ability to constantly and successfully scan, supervise and monitor a pool and swim participants while on duty