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American Pool

Lifeguard (Summer Season)

Far Hills, NJ · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Weekend and holiday availability during the summer season is essential. * Lifeguards are expected to work key summer holidays and surrounding weekends, including: Memorial Day Weekend, Juneteenth ...

American Pool

Lifeguard (Summer Season)

Ledgewood, NJ · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Weekend and holiday availability during the summer season is essential. * Lifeguards are expected to work key summer holidays and surrounding weekends, including: Memorial Day Weekend, Juneteenth ...

American Pool

Lifeguard (Summer Season)

Chester, NJ · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

Weekend and holiday availability during the summer season is essential. * Lifeguards are expected to work key summer holidays and surrounding weekends, including: Memorial Day Weekend, Juneteenth ...

American Pool

Lifeguard (Summer Season)

Florham Park, NJ · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

Weekend and holiday availability during the summer season is essential. * Lifeguards are expected to work key summer holidays and surrounding weekends, including: Memorial Day Weekend, Juneteenth ...

American Pool

Lifeguard (Summer Season)

Lincroft, NJ · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

Weekend and holiday availability during the summer season is essential. * Lifeguards are expected to work key summer holidays and surrounding weekends, including: Memorial Day Weekend, Juneteenth ...

American Pool

Lifeguard (Summer Season)

Hamilton, NJ

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Weekend and holiday availability during the summer season is essential. * Lifeguards are expected to work key summer holidays and surrounding weekends, including: Memorial Day Weekend, Juneteenth ...

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How much do summer weekend jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer weekend in Edison, NJ is $16.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $18.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are summer weekend jobs?

Summer weekend jobs are temporary, seasonal positions that exist in a variety of different industries. Your duties and responsibilities vary depending on the nature of your summer season job. Some restaurants hire waiters, hostesses, and other staff to work during busy hours on a Saturday or Sunday. Retail outlets also hire sales staff to work part-time on weekends. Summer camps and recreation facilities hire workers to oversee weekend activities, while beaches and pools may need additional lifeguards. You can also find temporary summer childcare jobs, such as a weekend nanny or babysitter role.

What are the typical responsibilities and expectations for someone working a summer weekend position?

Summer Weekend roles often involve supporting increased activity during weekends in settings like hospitality, retail, or event venues. Employees in these positions are expected to handle customer service, assist with event setup or tear-down, and adapt quickly to fast-paced environments. Flexibility is important, as duties may change based on the specific needs of the weekend schedule. Teamwork and strong communication skills are key since you'll frequently collaborate with other staff to ensure smooth operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer camp counselor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Camp Counselor, you typically need experience working with children, basic first aid knowledge, and often a high school diploma or higher. Familiarity with scheduling software, activity planning tools, and CPR certification are commonly required. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help counselors connect with campers and manage group dynamics effectively. These skills are essential to ensure camper safety, foster a fun and supportive environment, and handle unexpected situations during camp sessions.
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Infographic showing various Summer Weekend job openings in Edison, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,206 per year, or $16.4 per hour.

Summer Camp Junior Counselor (West Side YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York

New York, NY • On-site

$15.25 - $20/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 16 days ago

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

371st of 785 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers - to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.
To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and "LEAP" career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.
The West Side YMCA is seeking a Summer Camp Junior Counselor. Underthe supervision of the Summer Camp Director, the Summer Camp Junior Counselor will play a critical role in the successful operationof the Summer Camp program. The SummerCamp Junior Counselor will be responsible for providing a safe, positive environmentfor school-age children and for providing opportunities for learning, interaction, andacademic or personal growth.
Summer Campprograms operate Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., June through August.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times. Understand, maintain, and ensure that participants follow Risk Management and safety procedures.
  • Plan and implement meaningful activities, lesson plans, and special events that are structured, age-appropriate, fun, exciting, challenging, and values-based in the areas of arts, STEM, character development, literacy, creative expression, community service, physical fitness, and/or nutrition.
  • Perform specific scheduled assignments, including, but not limited to, arrival and/or departure, and lunch duty.
  • Support the planning and implementation of all camp activities, including, but not limited to, summer learning initiatives, field trips, in-camp events, and culminating performances.
  • Work cooperatively with all program staff.
  • Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all staff and participants.
  • Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.
  • Maintain accurate program documentation (attendance, sign-in/out forms, behavior reports, incident reports, and accident reports, as appropriate).
  • Understand and communicate the YMCA's core values and the goals of the Summer Camp program to staff, participants, and caregivers.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about their child's strengths and areas of growth.
  • Attend all required pre-camp trainings. Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
  • Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.

Desired Skills & Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required OR must have at least one (1) year of experience working with children 13 years of age or younger.
  • Must be at least 16 years old.
  • General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Knowledge of Access, Adobe PageMaker, and Photoshop preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and comfortable working with diverse youth and adults.

How to Apply:
If you would like to be a member ofour dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your resume and athoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and ourorganization.
If you are a current YMCA employee,please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.

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