Lifeguard - Instructor - Part-time (202646)
Reporting to the Assistant Coordinator and/or the Recreation Coordinator, this position is responsible for the design of program plans, instruction of swimming lessons and provision of lifeguarding services. The position provides lifeguarding and instruction in adherence to governing authorities and develops and delivers high quality programs that comply with department and industry standards.
Description:
Accountabilities:
Premium Quality Programs and Services
- Provide lifeguarding and swimming instruction at community swimming pools.
- Develop and deliver high quality programs that comply with department and industry standards (i.e., HIGH FIVE®, The Lifesaving Society, etc.)
- Incorporate and model the HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development in program delivery where appropriate
- Conduct programs in a pleasant and positive manner and adhere to program plans, standards, and scheduled times
Exceptional Customer Service
- Maintain an awareness of program and be available to provide front-line customer service to current and potential customers on an ongoing basis
- Learn and use the names of all participants in the program and ensure that they know your name
- Always maintain a positive and professional approach to all work tasks
Maintaining a Safe and Secure Environment
- Maintain a proactive approach to health and safety through compliance with Policy, Procedures and Emergency Plans and work in a manner that is safe for self and others
- Tend to any incidents and personal injuries and/or assist coworkers as required. Complete all required documentation, and forward promptly to Assistant Coordinator and/or Recreation Coordinator
- Actively work to prevent accidents, enforce rules, and educate participants about safe behaviour in program, inform the Assistant Coordinator and/or Recreation Coordinator of any escalating issues and assist in resolving
- Keep alert, fit and rescue-ready at all times while on duty
- Seek clarification regarding emergency procedures if required
Professional Quality Working Relationships
- Work collaboratively with co-workers as a team through open communication, sharing ideas, supporting each others’ efforts, planning, and sharing workload
- Attend all staff meetings and mandatory staff trainings as directed
Effective and Efficient Administrative Processes
- Complete, maintain and submit all appropriate administrative paperwork as directed (i.e., program, instructor and volunteer evaluations, attendance forms, progress reports, etc.)
- Complete all appropriate paperwork regarding any accidents or incidents in a thorough and timely manner and forward to the Assistant Coordinator and/or the Recreation Coordinator
Qualifications:
- Current National Lifeguard (NL) and/or Current Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor and Current Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor
- Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C within 3 years
- Parks and Recreation Ontario HIGH FIVE® Certification
- Visual acuity of 20/20 corrected with at least one eye and minimum 20/40 corrected in the poorer eye
- If applicable, corrective lenses to achieve 20/20 vision (must be worn and be secured at all times when on duty)
- Peripheral vision of 120 degrees with both eyes used together (in accordance with Lifesaving Society standards)
- Current Police Record Check for candidates over 18 years of age
Position Details:
This is a posting for existing vacancies.
Compensation:
The range for the hourly rate for this part time position is $19.50 - $22.16 per hour. Must be available to work scheduled programs as required (may include early mornings, evenings, and weekends) at any of the Town’s aquatic facilities.
A $4.00 shift premium is applied for hours worked between 5:00am and 3:00pm, Monday to Friday, September to June, except during Christmas holidays and March Break periods.
Location:
These positions will be located on site at various locations (Acton Indoor Pool, Gellert Community Centre, and Georgetown Indoor Pool).
Application:
Qualified candidates may submit a detailed cover letter and resume as a single document, sent in confidence to the Town by 4:30 p.m., August 26, 2026. Please quote Posting 202646 on your cover letter.