Chadwick Summer Programs Pool Director

Job Details

Level: ExperiencedJob Location: Chadwick School - Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274Position Type: SeasonalEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $8,000.00 - $9,500.00 SalaryTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Education

Pool Director – Summer Program

 

Job Title:  Chadwick Summer Programs Pool Director

Division/Department:  Summer Program

 

Reports to:  Director of Auxiliary and Innovative Programs

Location:  Palos Verdes Peninsula

Type of position/FLSA - Non Exempt       

Salary Band:  Seasonal/Temporary

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Summer Swim & Pool Director provides leadership and oversight for all aquatics programming within Chadwick Summer Programs, serving campers from age 4 through Grade 8+. This role is responsible for the safe, effective, and engaging operation of the pool and swim instruction program, including staff supervision, program quality, scheduling, and parent communication. Safety is the top priority at all times.

The Director ensures that all aquatics activities meet the highest standards of instruction, supervision, and risk management, while fostering a positive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate experience for campers and staff.

 

The Summer Swim & Pool Director reports to the Director of Auxiliary and Innovative Programs.

 

Key Responsibilities and Expectations

 

1. Leadership and Program Planning:

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for all swim instruction and aquatics programming.
• Ensure a safe, age-appropriate balance between structured swim instruction and recreational aquatic activities.
• Review, refine, and approve all swim course descriptions, schedules, and program information in collaboration with the Director of Auxiliary and Innovative Programs to ensure accuracy and alignment with program outcomes.
• Oversee daily pool operations, including activity flow, transitions, and adherence to published schedules.
• Coordinate with other summer program directors to manage shared use of facilities and ensure compliance with required lifeguard-to-camper ratios.
• Proactively identify opportunities for program improvement and future growth.

2. Aquatics Safety & Risk Management

• Maintain the highest standards of pool safety, supervision, and emergency preparedness.
• Ensure all aquatics activities comply with applicable health, safety, and school policies.
• Monitor pool conditions, safety equipment, and emergency procedures daily.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to incidents or safety concerns, communicating with administration as required.
• Model and enforce clear expectations for camper behavior, staff professionalism, and safe pool conduct.

 

1. Staff Recruitment, Training, and Supervision:

• Recruit, interview, and recommend the hiring of qualified, certified lifeguards and aquatics staff.
• Verify that all lifeguards possess current required certifications (e.g., Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid) prior to the start of the program.
• Lead and oversee aquatics staff during mandatory training and orientation.
• Supervise lifeguard staff daily, providing clear expectations, feedback, and support.
• Conduct formal and informal performance evaluations throughout the summer.