Lifeguards

Meadow Breeze Day Camp is looking to fill positions for our 8-week summer camp programs, grades Kindergarten to 11th grade. LCA is a grade 6-12 independent Christian school located in Lexington, MA. Since 1966, Meadow Breeze Day Camp at LCA has been offering an exceptional traditional day camp for kids of all ages.

Meadow Breeze offers a variety of camps such as a Day Camp, Sports Camps, Launch Trips and a Leaders-In-Training program.  This position is for a Lifeguard. As a Summer Camp Lifeguard, you play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of campers during aquatic activities. This position requires strong swimming skills, lifeguard certification, and the ability to respond effectively to emergencies. Lifeguards contribute to creating a positive and enjoyable experience for campers by maintaining a safe aquatic environment.

Meadow Breeze is a fun-filled, fast-paced and energized environment, where you have the opportunity to make an investment in the lives of the kids you work with everyday. Not only are the kids fun, but so are the people you get to work with. You can guarantee you will make new friendships along the way!

Camp begins the week of June 23, 2025, and will run for 8 weeks, ending on August 15, 2025. To learn more about our specific programming, check us out at https://lca.edu/summer/. 

Job Title: Lifeguard

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Water Safety:

  • Monitor campers during swimming and water-based activities to ensure their safety.

  • Enforce water safety rules and guidelines to prevent accidents.

• Lifeguard Duties:

  • Act as a certified lifeguard, performing regular surveillance of the swimming area.

  • Be vigilant for signs of distress and respond promptly to emergencies.

• Emergency Response:

  • Implement established emergency procedures in the event of accidents or injuries.

  • Administer first aid, CPR, or other life-saving measures as needed.

• Communication:

  • Effectively communicate with campers, fellow lifeguards, and camp staff.

  • Provide clear instructions to campers regarding safety rules and behavior expectations.

• Collaboration:

  • Collaborate with the Aquatics Supervisor and camp staff to coordinate water-based activities.

  • Work closely with activity specialists and counselors to ensure a smooth and enjoyable aquatic experience for campers.

• Documentation:

  • Keep accurate records of any incidents, accidents, or interventions.

  • Report incidents to camp leadership and follow reporting protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Lifeguard certification from a recognized organization.

• CPR and First Aid certification.

• Strong swimming skills and comfort in open water.

• Ability to stay alert and focused during assigned shifts.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to swim long distances and perform rescues in the water.

• Endurance and physical fitness to respond to emergencies quickly

BENEFITS

• Team-based work environment

• Opportunity to be a part of changing the lives of young children daily

• Lunch at a reduced cost

LOCATION: Main Campus - 48 Bartlett Ave Lexington, MA 02420

DATES: June 23-August 15, 2025, Mon-Fri

TIME: Day camps run every week day from 8:00AM-3:30PM and AfterCamp runs every week day from 3:30PM-5:30PM

PAY: Seasonal; $20-$25/hr based on experience

SCHEDULE: Camp training & orientation is June 23rd-June 25th, 2025. Apart from our sports camps, camp staff are asked to work all 8 weeks of camp. There is no camp on July 4th. Camp staff need to arrive each day at 7:30AM and are expected to stay until 4:00PM.

Salary : $20 - $25