Aquatic Employment Swim Instructor - City Wide

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Toronto is seeking a Swim Instructor for community recreation programs. This part-time role involves teaching swim lessons, ensuring safety, and maintaining pool facilities. Candidates must have relevant certifications and a passion for promoting healthy child development. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents through aquatic programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 15 years.
• Current certifications in Lifesaving and First Aid required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure equipment is operational and safely stored.
• Provide instruction and evaluate skills during swim lessons.
• Perform maintenance and janitorial duties for pool areas.

Skills

Lifesaving

First Aid

CPR

Emergency Procedures

Healthy Child Development

Education

National Lifeguard – Pool

Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor

Emergency First Aid Instructor

Standard First Aid and CPR 'C'

Job description

Aquatic Employment Swim Instructor - City Wide

Important: Do not apply to this job opportunity if you are a returning City of Toronto employee. Instead, please complete an online scheduling form.

The Community Recreation Branch is responsible for delivering high-quality, community-based recreation programs and services across Toronto. We offer various programs that promote social and physical development for all ages, with a focus on children and youth. Our goal is to ensure residents have positive recreational experiences that enhance their quality of life and promote lifelong active living.

Req ID: 56125

Job Category: Aquatics

Job Type: Temporary, Part-time

Hourly Rate: $21.94

Number of Positions: To be determined

Start Date: To be determined

Work Location: All locations in the City of Toronto. Specific location will be determined upon hire.

District: City Wide

Season: Fall

Duration: To be determined

Shift Information: To be determined

Division: Parks, Forestry & Recreation

Section: PFR CR Community Recreation

Posting End Date: 06/01/2025

Interested applicants must submit their Lifesaving Society ID Number (LSS ID) during the application process. The number of available positions may vary and are subject to change.

Responsibilities

1. Ensure all required equipment is in place and operational; store equipment safely after use.
2. Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions.
3. Execute emergency procedures and use safety/rescue equipment as necessary.
4. Ensure compliance with Ontario Health Regulations and all relevant policies and procedures.
5. Perform administrative tasks to support programs.
6. Perform maintenance and janitorial duties, including cleaning and disinfecting change rooms, testing pool chemistry, vacuuming pools, backwashing, chemical balancing, and cleaning pool fouling.
7. Apply principles of Healthy Child Development (HIGH FIVE) in program planning and delivery.
8. Provide instruction, evaluate skills, and ensure safety during swim lessons.
9. Plan, conduct, and evaluate swim lessons with a focus on water safety.
10. Promote accident prevention, public education, and positive public relations.

Qualifications

1. Minimum age of 15 years.
2. Current certifications: National Lifeguard – Pool, Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor, Lifesaving Instructor, and Emergency First Aid Instructor.
3. Current Standard First Aid and CPR 'C' (SFA with CPR C) recognized by WSIB.
4. Completion of Parks and Recreation Ontario’s Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This course will be provided at no cost upon signing a conditional employment offer.

We thank all applicants for their submissions. Only candidates selected for next steps with a valid Lifesaving Society ID Number (LSS ID) will be contacted. Please check your email regularly, including junk/spam folders, and log into your profile to view your application status.

Additional Information

Accommodation: If you require accommodation due to a disability under the Ontario Human Rights Code, please email [e-mail] with your Requisition ID and job title. The City is committed to providing protected accommodation throughout the hiring process. Visit our Hiring Policies and Statements for more details.

Vulnerable Sector Check: Applicants working with children and vulnerable adults must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC). City residents will receive an email with a voucher code for a free online VSC application through Toronto Police. Non-residents must obtain a VSC from their local police at their own expense. For more information, contact your local Police Service.