Is your teen planning to work this summer? If they’re a strong swimmer and enjoy being outdoors, let them know that The Woodlands Township is hiring lifeguards for the 2025 swim season. Applicants must be at least 16 years old by July 1, 2025, and the starting pay is $12.50/hour (or $13.50/hour for lifeguarding at the Rob Fleming Aquatic Center). While previous lifeguarding experience is helpful, it’s not required. The Township will provide all necessary training for the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification. Here’s more info on the position and how to apply.
If you’re a mom wondering if a lifeguard job is a good fit for your teen this summer, we’ve got you covered! Here are some awesome benefits that come with being a lifeguard:
1. Responsibility Boost: Your teen will be in charge of ensuring everyone's safety—talk about a crash course in responsibility!
2. Leadership Skills: From managing swimmers to handling different situations, being a lifeguard is all about stepping up and leading in a variety of ways.
3. Communication Confidence: Lifeguards need to speak clearly with pool-goers and teammates, which means your teen’s communication game will get a serious upgrade.
4. Teamwork Vibes: Working with other lifeguards and staff creates a collaborative environment, where your teen will learn to work well with others and build a strong sense of camaraderie.
5. Staying Active: Lifeguarding is a physically engaging job that’ll keep your teen moving, whether they’re in the water or on duty.
6. Lifelong Skills: CPR, first aid, and other safety skills are not only invaluable for the job but could also come in handy in everyday life or emergency situations.
7. Flexible Hours: Lifeguard shifts are often pretty flexible, making it easier for your teen to juggle work with extracurriculars or hanging out with friends.
8. Resume Gold: From what we’ve heard, this job looks great on resumes and college applications, showing potential employers or schools that your teen is responsible, reliable, and ready for a fast-paced work environment.
9. Growth Potential: Starting as a lifeguard could lead to bigger opportunities, like becoming a senior lifeguard or even a supervisor, giving your teen a taste of career advancement.
So, if your teen or young adult is looking for a job that’s fun, flexible, and full of learning opportunities, lifeguarding is definitely one to consider!
Other entities closeby that may be hiring for lifeguards for the 2024 season:
- YMCA
- Hurricane Harbor
- VillaSport
- Big Rivers Waterpark
*Please note - The lifeguarding positions with The Woodlands Township are not just for teens / young adults. It's the angle we decided to take in this article, based on the ages that typically enjoy lifeguarding jobs. Of course, anyone who meets the minimum age requirement and enjoys this type of work is encouraged to apply!
