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Lifeguard/Swim Instructor (Fall Start)

Strawberry Recreation District
Mill Valley, CA Part Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/29/2026

Job description

Join the Strawberry Recreation District this school year as a lifeguard or swim instructor! Whether you're a lifeguard, a swim instructor, or both (which means more hours!), working outdoors at the pool is the perfect way to spend your time. Enjoy flexible hours, gain valuable job experience, and be part of a fun, vibrant team!

What hours are we looking for?

Lifeguards:

  • Monday - Friday
  • Morning, 7:30am - 11am
  • Mid-day, 11am - 3pm
  • Afternoon, 3pm - 6:15pm

Swim Instructors:

  • Monday - Thursday
  • Mid-day, 11am - 2pm
  • Afternoon, 3pm - 6pm

Responsibilities Lifeguard:

  • Ensure the pool area is clean, organized, and safe for use
  • Maintain a safe environment by conducting regular safety checks of the facility and equipment (e.g. rescue & first aid equipment, water chemistry, aquatic features)
  • Enforce all Aquatic Facility Pool Rules.
  • Recognize and respond professionally to emergencies, provide care as trained to do so based on SRD and Lifeguard Training.
  • Assist patrons and guests with check-in.
  • Provide administrative and customer service support.
  • Additional tasks as assigned by SRD Management
  • May be trained and asked to make small changes to pool chemistry after trained to do so.

Lifeguard Requirements:

  • Must be primarily available weekday afternoons and 1 weekend day.
  • Must have good work ethic and enjoy working in a friendly, outdoor environment
  • Lifeguard certification with deep water
  • Lifeguard Instructor, CPR, First-Aid, Certified Pool Operator a plus
  • Previous work experience as a lifeguard/swim instructor a plus
  • Must be 15 years of age or older

Swim Instructor requirements and responsibilities:

  • Shifts per day range from 1.5-3 hours, Monday - Thursday
  • After school shifts are 4:00pm-6:00pm.
  • Experience preferred
  • Must learn SRD standards and swim level descriptions
  • Must have a warm and welcoming attitude
  • Teaching kids ages 3-13 years old
  • Must be comfortable holding kids and assisting them in swimming
  • Must enforce safety rules

Note: This job description does not list all the duties of the position. Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as needed.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Mill Valley, CA 94941: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Lifeguard/First Aid Certification (Preferred)
  • Not required for swim instructors

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $24

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