Job Opportunity for Homeschoolers (ages 15+): Lifeguard Jobs at Kansas City YMCAs

Lifeguarding at the Y is an opportunity to make an impact helping others. The Y is a nonprofit in Kansas City that strengthens our community, and our lifeguards are a big part of our mission. It’s a great personal and professional development opportunity for you, too. Lifeguarding is a fulfilling part-time job or full-time job, and it also can lead to a career. 

Lifeguarding at the Y can jumpstart your career
You can grow into jobs like swim instructor, head lifeguard and aquatics director. Or your experience can even be the first steps into personal fitness or health care careers.  Countless people from all walks of life started their careers as a lifeguard.  That’s because you learn great things, like being a mentor and educating others about skills that could one day save their life. Plus you’re part of team, a member of the Y family that comes together to help others in need and make our community a better place.

Training is provided
In addition to offering discounted lifeguard certification classes to qualified candidates, the Y also provides many training and educational programs to help build skills you need for your future. Trainings cover topics such as leadership, diversity and inclusion, and fiscal management. You also may receive reduced college tuition through accredited online Capella University*. 

Future employers respect the Y
When future employers see the Y on your resume, they think of a nonprofit organization with local impact that’s part of a national and international network that’s existed for more than 175 years. We have a reputation for hiring good people who do great things.

Free Y membership
When you work for the Y, you’ll enjoy the perks of being a Y member including access to all 13 Y centers and discounts on programs, child care and summer day camp.

The job is designed with your schedule in mind
Part-time and full-time positions are available, making lifeguarding jobs at the Y ideal for students and non-students alike. From early morning hours to evening hours and everything in between, lifeguarding jobs at the Y can easily fit around your school, family or other commitments, and give you time to explore other passions.

The best co-workers ever
As a lifeguard, you’ll work among others who share a mission of creating a safe environment for children, adults and families to enjoy swimming and water exercise.  Plus, the Y is a great place to make new lifelong friends that share a desire to help others and make our community a better place.

Great “back to work” job
Lifeguarding is also a great way to come back to working, to stay active and engaged in your community, all with great pay and benefits.  Maybe you are post retirement but want to stay active. Or maybe you’re just looking for something that is flexible but fulfilling. Working at the Y brings so many opportunities to engage with others, get involved in your community and even learn and grow your personal and professional skills.