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Life Academy

Infant Teacher at Life Academy

Roanoke, VA · On-site

$13.50 - $15/hr

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As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for opt student in Virginia is $16.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.52 and $18.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As an OPT Student, your work environment largely depends on your field of study and the type of employer, ranging from collaborative office settings in technology or business to research labs in academic or pharmaceutical sectors. You'll often work on real-world projects under the supervision of experienced professionals who can provide mentorship and industry insight. OPT Students frequently collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and attend meetings or training sessions to accelerate their professional growth. Many organizations offer structured onboarding and performance feedback to support your transition from academia to the workplace. This experience not only enhances your technical skills but also helps you build valuable professional networks.

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An OPT (Optional Practical Training) Student job is a temporary work opportunity for international students in the U.S. on an F-1 visa. It allows students to gain practical experience in their field of study either during or after completing their academic program. OPT can be up to 12 months, with an additional 24-month extension for eligible STEM graduates. Students must apply for work authorization through USCIS before starting employment.

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Summer Lifeguard

Summer Lifeguard

AquaSafe Pool Management, Inc.

Alexandria, VA • On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Temporary

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

NOW HIRING LIFEGUARDS! IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO APPLY TODAY FOR SUMMER LIFEGUARD JOBS NEAR YOU. WORK AT LOCAL POOLS! SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY!
STARTING EXPERIENCED LIFEGUARD POSITIONS $14/hr - $17/hr + Overtime + Bonus Opportunities!
AquaSafe offers a summer experience that will ensure professional and personal growth! Perfect summer job for teens, youth, students, college students, teachers, retirees, or anyone with free time in the summer!
Join us now.
LIFEGUARD JOB DESCRIPTION
A Lifeguard's primary responsibility is to ensure the safety of patrons at an assigned aquatic facility by preventing and responding to emergencies. Lifeguards are responsible for enforcing all pool rules fairly and consistently. Lifeguards ensure proper pool water chemicals, record keeping, and maintaining a clean and enjoyable aquatics facility. Lifeguards are also responsible for reporting unsafe conditions or faulty equipment to their Supervisor.
Being a Seasonal Lifeguard is the PERFECT Summer Job! Pool schedules are flexible with summer vacations. Why sit inside with a summer internship when you can be outside making money and learning skills that will last a lifetime? While it is fun, the role of a Lifeguard must be taken very seriously, because at any time someone's life might depend on YOU!
LIFEGUARD REQUIREMENTS
*Lifeguards MUST be a minimum of 15 years old by the date of hire or the last day of the lifeguard course
*Lifeguards MUST be able to work Memorial Day weekend, 4th of July weekend, and Labor Day weekend (Saturday, Sunday, Monday)
*Lifeguards MUST be able to work ALL WEEKENDS throughout the Summer (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
*Lifeguards MUST professionally conduct themselves and must be attentive and focused
*Lifeguards MUST have a current Nationally Approved Lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid Certificates or obtain them before the beginning of the season
Not certified just yet? See the link below for details on our Lifeguarding Certification course and how to register.
Experienced, motivated Lifeguards who demonstrate excellent customer service, organizational, and leadership skills may be considered a Pool Manager, with the opportunity for more responsibility and higher pay. Interest in the Pool Manager position and further explanation of the responsibilities can be discussed in your interview.
The season begins on Saturday, May 25, 2024. The season ends Monday, September 2nd, 2024
Pay rate: $15.13/hr - $16/hr + Overtime (depending on experience).
Bonus and Incentive opportunities are available! - Don't forget to ask how you can qualify for a $250 bonus!
APPLY TODAY!!!
By applying, you agree to receive conversational text messages, phone calls, and/or emails from AquaSafe. Text messages, phone calls, or emails are sent to you after you apply for the job to schedule an interview, follow up on your application, send reminders about an interview, or communicate with you after you have been hired. Text messages do not include any promotional communications. To opt out of receiving text messages from AquaSafe, you must reply "STOP" from the mobile device receiving the messages. You can also opt-out by sending us an email to employment@aquasafepool.com. You acknowledge that opting out of receiving text messages may impact your application process.
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected class or characteristic. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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