If you’re interested in joining the team, here’s what you need to know!
Job Requirements for Washington Township
As an AquaMobile swim instructor in Washington Township, you will need:
- Up to date First Aid & CPR certification: Two-year American Red Cross or American Heart certification from a local course provider such as Active Assist HCS - CPR Training Center or Operation Impulse.
- Swim Instructor/Lifeguard certification: Pass the American Red Cross written and practical exams to get your two-year certification. Check out classes at NJ Swim Club and Rec Center or Lake Kandle SwimClub and Campground.
- Access to reliable transportation: NJ Transit (regional bus system that’s Route 400 stops in Washington Township and connects surrounding areas such as Glassboro and Gloucester Township), Uber/Lyft (rideshare services), cab (A-Glassboro Taxi Cab Service, Anytime Taxi Service, etc.), personal car
- Two or more years of swim teaching/coaching and/or lifeguarding experience
- A love for swimming and a passion for teaching
Applicants who don’t meet the following requirements will still be considered for the role, providing all relevant qualifications/checks are obtained prior to starting.
Become a swimming instructor in Washington Township
AquaMobile Instructor Core Values
At AquaMobile, we're passionate about ensuring every student has the best possible experience in and out of the water. That's why we pride ourselves on our strong, core values.
- Building Confidence Through Sport: Using positive reinforcement and encouragement, our swimming instructors promote self-confidence to foster a safe and comfortable learning environment.
- Water Safety: By possessing the proper certifications and integrating water safety skills as the foundation of every lesson, our swimming instructors ensure lessons are safe and fun for all ages.
- Flexibility and Responsibility: Our instructors have the flexibility to set their own schedules. All we ask is that you maintain up-to-date availability on your AquaMobile profile.
- Hands-On Teaching: We believe the best way to learn is by participating. You can't learn to swim on dry land, so as an instructor, you'll be getting clients into the water right away!
- Customer Focused: We want our clients to be happy, so we adopt a customer-focused approach to lesson planning. Any customer feedback should be used to influence future sessions.
Key Washington Township Swimming Networks for Instructors
Continually developing existing skills and learning new ones is an essential practice for a swimming instructor. Here are some helpful resources for skill improvement and swimming instructor certification in Washington Township.
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NJ Swim Turnersville
3501 NJ-42 Unit 420, Turnersville, NJ 08012, United States
Check out this swim club that’s ideal for swimmers of all ages and abilities. There are also water safety courses available for swim instructors. The American Red Cross Lifeguard Training course gives you the tools you need to perform a successful rescue.
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Active Assist HCS
108 Greentree Rd, Unit J K, Turnersville, NJ 08012, United States
As a swim instructor, you know the importance of First Aid and CPR certifications. When you train at this school, you’ll benefit from small class sizes and one-on-one attention. After completing the course, you’ll receive a two-year American Heart Association certification.
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Gloucester County YMCA
235 E Red Bank Ave, Woodbury, NJ 08096, United States
The indoor pool at this gym has a side for recreational swimming and another for lap swimming. You can reserve times to get the lane you want. American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) courses are available.
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Ocean Spirit Aquatics
530 Crown Point Rd, Thorofare, NJ 08086, United States
Check out this dive shop that has the equipment and courses you need. Beginner courses, Rescue Diver and Divemaster certifications are available here. This location also offers CPR/AED and First aid Training.
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South Jersey Aquatic Club - Swim School, Masters and Competitive Swimming
333 Preston Ave, Voorhees Township, NJ 08043, United States
Whether you’re young or old, this club has an activity for you. There’s an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training course. Additionally, there’s a Masters swim team that will help you reach your potential in the pool. Coaches design personalized training plans, so you can ease your way into competitive swimming.
Swimming Careers in Washington Township
Sometimes you can love something so much that you want to turn it into a career! Here are some of the options for swimming careers in Washington Township.
- Summer Camp Swim Teacher: Help kids learn to swim this summer! You’ll show kids the proper stroke techniques, how to be safe in the water and much more. Work at Deerkill Day Camp which has locations throughout Bergen County, including one in Washington Township.
- Assistant Swim Coach: Coaching is a big responsibility, which is where you come in! As the assistant coach, you’ll make line-ups for meets, attend practices and provide helpful advice. You can work for the Woodcliff Lake Swim Team or Ridgewood YMCA, which aren’t far from Washington Township.
- Aquatic Gym Trainer: Help people achieve their fitness goals in the water in and around Washington Township. You will create workout routines, teach classes and suggest things to improve on. You can work at Fountain Fitness or Life Time in Montvale.
- Regional Pool Manager: Travel to pools throughout Bergen County! You’ll be responsible for training and scheduling lifeguards, covering or filling when necessary and keeping the pool area clean. You might find yourself working at Park Place Pool or Whitman Swim Club.
- Pool Service Technician: Perform routine maintenance and occasional repairs when you choose this exciting job. You can work at local pool installers such as The Pool Store or Del-Val Pools and Spas. Don’t miss out on this opportunity if you love working with your hands!

