Summer Camp Swim Instructor

Dwight School is the first school in the Americas to offer all four International Baccalaureate programs from preschool to grade 12. Guided by our philosophy of igniting the spark of genius in every child, Dwight is an inclusive school that aims to meet the unique needs, abilities, and interests of each student. At the same time, Dwight challenges every student to develop intellectual independence, respect for diversity and belonging, and to become innovators and thought leaders. 

Known for its low student-teacher ratio, Dwight enrolls 1,100 students with 400 faculty and staff. Our School rests on three pillars: personalized learning, community, and global vision. As part of a leading global network of schools, Dwight offers employees exciting cross-campus opportunities. Additionally, with the support of The Dwight School Foundation’s generous grants, Dwight provides faculty professional development, enabling teachers to deepen their content knowledge and pursue their own sparks of genius to be shared with the community. 

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Summer Camp Swim Instructor

Dwight Summer Day Camp 2026

Position Type: Seasonal / Summer
Location: Dwight Summer Day Camp
Dates: Summer 2026 - June 15, 2026 - Friday, August 7th, 2026

Holiday: Holidays observed during 2026 Dwight Summer Day Camp will be:

Friday, June 19th, 2026

Friday, July 3, 2026.

Holiday days are paid days off. 

Position Overview

Dwight Summer Day Camp is seeking qualified and enthusiastic Swim Instructors to join our Summer 2026 team. Swim Instructors are responsible for providing safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate swim instruction to campers while ensuring a positive and supportive aquatic environment.

Position Summary: Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

Swim Instructors are mentors and role models for all Dwight campers. Our Aquatic camp team is responsible for bringing aquatic fun and energy to camp each and every day, while also taking the time to ensure the safety of all campers: managing their behavior, building a platform of trust with each swim group so they maintain a safe environment during swim sessions, and making sure that they are engaged for their lesson times in the pool. Swim Instructors work as part of a team, facilitating engaging swimming lessons with children over the course of the summer.

Responsibilities

• Provide swim instruction to campers of varying ages and skill levels
• Ensure the safety and supervision of all campers during swim activities
  Follow all pool safety rules, emergency procedures, and camp policies
• Create a fun, encouraging, and inclusive learning environment
• Communicate clearly with camp leadership regarding camper progress or concerns
• Assist with pool setup, cleanup, and general organization
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and enforce safety protocols at all times

Mandatory Staff Orientation

• Before the start of the summer, all staff must participate in the Aquatics training program for camp, as well as periodic in-camp training throughout the summer.

Qualifications

• Current Lifeguard Certification (required)
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification (required)
• Prior experience teaching swim lessons to children preferred