Aquatics Coordinator

Aquatics Coordinator – Lakeshore Sport & Fitness (Lincoln Park)

Come join our team! At Lakeshore Sport & Fitness, Chicago’s #1 spot for sport, fitness, and fun, we’re proud of our vibrant community and supportive culture where we keep improving and always celebrate each other.

About the Role

We’re looking for an organized, energetic Aquatics Coordinator to help lead the aquatics program at our Lincoln Park club. You’ll support the day-to-day running of our pool, from swim lessons and youth programs to lifeguard scheduling and member safety, making sure every swimmer, from first-time toddlers to lap swimmers, has a safe, welcoming, and fun experience.

This role is ideal for a lifeguard, swim instructor, or swim coach who’s ready to step into leadership and help grow a thriving program within a premium club community.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate swim lessons and youth aquatics programs, including scheduling, class placement, and progress tracking
• Build and manage lifeguard and swim instructor schedules so the pool is safely staffed at all times
• Teach swim lessons and cover lifeguard shifts as needed
• Help recruit, train, and mentor lifeguards and swim instructors
• Run regular in-service trainings and safety drills
• Maintain pool safety standards, incident reporting, and required certifications for the aquatics team
• Communicate with parents and members about lessons, registration, and progress, with warmth and professionalism
• Partner with the Front Desk, Children’s Programming, and Facilities teams on schedules, pool care, and events
• Support special events, swim clinics, and new program ideas as the program grows

What You Bring

• Current Lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications (or ability to obtain before start)
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent swim instructor certification preferred
• Experience teaching swim lessons, lifeguarding, or coaching; supervisory or scheduling experience a plus
• Strong communication skills with kids, parents, and team members
• Highly organized, dependable, and calm under pressure
• Availability that includes early mornings, evenings, and weekends based on program needs

Our Values

We live our values every day: Professionalism in how we lead and serve, Ownership in how we show up and solve problems, Team in how we support one another, Quality in the experiences we deliver, and Positivity in the energy we bring to our club.

Pay & Benefits

Pay: $17.50 – $18.50 per hour, based on experience and certifications. Also eligible to earn commission for swim lessons taught.

Full-time team members:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Complimentary club membership, childcare for team members’ children, and discounts on club services

Part-time team members:

• 401(k) (eligibility requirements apply)
• Paid leave under the Chicago Paid Leave Ordinance
• Complimentary club membership, childcare for team members’ children, and discounts on club services