Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
Description Overview Horizons Greater Washington is seeking a passionate and energetic individual who wishes to positively impact children's lives as a Summer Program Lifeguard. Work Locations In the application, candida…
Skills: Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, Water Safety, Leadership
Washington, District of Columbia, United States • On-site
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Ensure the health and safety of all swimming pool patrons by surveying pool areas and enforcing safety standards. Maintain safety supplies and keep a daily log of all events and incidents.
Must be at least 16 years old with current American Red Cross Lifeguard and CPR certifications. Requires excellent swimming proficiency and the ability to pass comprehensive background checks.
Description
Overview
Horizons Greater Washington is seeking a passionate and energetic individual who wishes to positively impact children's lives as a Summer Program Lifeguard.
Work Locations
In the application, candidates will be asked to share their preference for the following locations:
2900 Cathedral Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20008
EB Henderson Sports Complex
4200 Connecticut Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20008
2100 Foxhall Road NW
Washington, DC 20007
NOTE: Pool is accessed from Whitehaven Parkway, across from St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School.
Lifeguards have a part-time schedule of approximately 10-20 hours per week within our core program hours of Monday through Friday between 8:30 and 3:00 pm.
Lifeguard Training: TBD
Staff Orientation: 06/23/2026-06/26/2026
Summer Program: 06/29/2026-07/31/2026
*There will be no program on Friday, July 3rd in observance of Independence Day on July 4th.
About Horizons Greater Washington
Horizons Greater Washington (HGW), an affiliate of Horizons National, is a dedicated leader in advancing educational opportunities by creating long-term partnerships with students, families, communities, and schools to create enriching out-of-school experiences that ignite the joy of learning for our students.
HGW supports over 400 students across grades 1–9 with robust year-round programming. Our approach is centered on whole-child development, specifically focusing on building problem-solving skills, fostering a strong sense of community responsibility, and instilling respect for self and others. By maintaining this multi-year commitment from the first to the ninth grade, HGW cultivates meaningful, long-term connections between diverse learners and dedicated, supportive staff. Our program design and staff practices utilize a Positive Youth Development framework, prioritizing engagement, interaction, support, and a safe environment to effectively meet the needs of our youth.
The cornerstone of our work is the five-week Summer Academy, which expertly blends high-quality academics—with a specific focus on math, humanities, literacy, and STEAM—with comprehensive social-emotional learning, arts instruction, swimming, and confidence-building opportunities.
Position Description
HGW is seeking a passionate and energetic individual who wishes to positively impact children's lives as a Summer Program Lifeguard. Swimming is a core component of the Horizons model and an essential part of our overall strategy to advance equity. Students often begin the program as non-swimmers who are afraid of the water. The Summer Program Lifeguard will work to ensure all students are safe in the water.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Swim Director the Lifeguard’s responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Requirements
Qualifications and Competencies
The pay rate for this position is $23 per hour.
If you acquired a Lifeguard certification between September 2025 and June 1, 2026, HGW will reimburse the fees paid for your Lifeguard certification upon successful completion of your employment in our summer program.
Employees under the age of 18 must have a work permit from DC or MD.
Please fill out our online application which will include uploading a current copy of your resume. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, with interviews beginning in mid-January. Final candidates will be subject to a reference check.
All offers of employment to employees 18 or over are contingent on the successful completion of the background checks described below:
All offers of employment at Horizons Greater Washington are contingent upon clear results of the above suitability checks. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates immediately after acceptance of employment offer and on all employees who are promoted, as deemed necessary.
Horizons Greater Washington is committed to providing and maintaining a workplace that is free of known hazards. As such, we strongly encourage our employees to receive the latest COVID vaccination to minimize the risk of infectious disease in our workplace.
The environmental factors and/or physical requirements of this position include the following: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 20 pounds. Work includes regular time in a chlorinated pool and on commercial school buses. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard. The employee frequently is required to be in one position for long periods of screen use, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear both in person and over devices. The employee interacts in close spaces and frequently with children and other staff. May be in situations which require conflict resolution. The employee must have visual, auditory, and physical ability to respond quickly to critical incidents involving students and act in an emergency situation.
Horizons Greater Washington is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, matriculation, source of income, place of business or residence, pregnancy, homeless status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Advancing Educational Equity in Washington, DC and Montgomery County, MD
Horizons Greater Washington is an award-winning, tuition-free academic and enrichment program serving students from under-resourced communities in Washington, DC and Maryland. We offer an intensive summer session and afterschool programming throughout the school year that help our K-8 students build the tools they need to thrive in school and beyond while inspiring them to see themselves as learners and doers able to pursue their dreams. We believe that every child in the greater Washington, DC area should have the same opportunity to realize their full potential, regardless of background.
Offices: 3000 Cathedral Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20008, US
Advancing Educational Equity in Washington, DC and Montgomery County, MD
Horizons Greater Washington is an award-winning, tuition-free academic and enrichment program serving students from under-resourced communities in Washington, DC and Maryland. We offer an intensive summer session and afterschool programming throughout the school year that help our K-8 students build the tools they need to thrive in school and beyond while inspiring them to see themselves as learners and doers able to pursue their dreams. We believe that every child in the greater Washington, DC area should have the same opportunity to realize their full potential, regardless of background.
Offices: 3000 Cathedral Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20008, US
