New York Needs Lifeguards. Would These Teens Make the Cut?
18 hours ago · New York Needs Lifeguards. Would These Teens Make the Cut? To qualify for a job patrolling the city’s beaches and pools, candidates must swim 50 yards in 50 seconds or less. Credit...
NYC seeks lifeguards for summer 2026 amid ongoing shortage - MSN
NYC is recruiting lifeguards for summer 2026 amid an ongoing shortage since the pandemic. Candidates must be 16+ by July 18, meet vision requirements, and swim 50 yards in 50 seconds. …
Inspiring the Next Generation: Can New York's Teens Step Up ...
New York faces a critical lifeguard shortage, sparking a vital conversation: are the city's determined teens ready to answer the call? Explore the rigorous training, incredible dedication, and profound …
Why you’re seeing lots of teens at work this summer — but ...
Jul 6, 2024 · The shift is a refreshing change after the pandemic drove many teens away from working during their summer breaks. And yet, lifeguards are in much shorter supply.
Lifeguard shortage prevents some NYC public pools from fully ...
Jun 29, 2024 · New York City's public pools are open for the summer, but some have sections closed because of a shortage of lifeguards.
NYC leaders demand more lifeguards, swimming instruction ...
Jul 2, 2024 · New York City must hire more lifeguards and do more to teach kids to swim, local leaders said Tuesday, days after two teens drowned while trying to beat the heat in the waters off the …
Pool Director Says Her Best Teen Workers Don't Have ...
Jul 29, 2024 · Susie Johnson is the pool director at a country club who hires teens as lifeguards. She says she's received job applications written by moms and dads on behalf of their teens. Her most...