Part-Time Instructor Guard (Lifeguard/Swim Instructor)

The Corporation of the Town of Whitby; Whitby; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Flexible hours

Job summary

The Town of Whitby is hiring an Instructor Guard to oversee a safe aquatic environment and deliver Lifesaving Society programs. You will supervise the pool, implement lesson plans, and communicate with participants and guardians.

The role emphasizes safety, instruction quality, and adherence to organizational CARE values. Candidates must hold NLS Pool, Swim Instructor, Lifesaving Instructor, and First Aid CPR-C certifications, with a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Qualifications

• Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard (Pool) Certification required.
• Swim Instructor Certification required or equivalent.
• Lifesaving Instructor certification required or equivalent.
• Emergency First Aid Instructor certification preferred.
• Standard First Aid and CPR C required.
• A valid Vulnerable Sector Police Check is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pool safety and supervise swim activities.
• Respond to emergencies following National Lifeguard Service standards.
• Enforce pool rules and provide public safety education.
• Deliver Lifesaving Society Swim programs in a safe learning environment.
• Provide in-water instruction with some dryland teaching.
• Submit weekly lesson plans and progress reports for participants.

Skills

NLS Pool Certification

Swim Instructor Certification

Lifesaving Instructor Certification

Emergency First Aid Instructor

First Aid CPR-C

Vulnerable Sector Check

Job description

Our team is highly skilled, passionate about our community, and we care. Let’s grow together.

Who We Are

In Whitby, we are dedicated to our work, our community, and each other. We work hard, we have fun, and we celebrate our successes. The Town of Whitby is a community in transformation that is located in the heart of Durham Region in the eastern Greater Toronto Area. Whitby is the second-largest municipality in the region and one of the fastest-growing communities in Canada. Located on Lake Ontario and only an hour east of Toronto, the population of Whitby is expected to grow from 140,000 to more than 200,000 by 2031. Whitby’s Official Plan has been updated to establish new directions for Whitby’s planned growth and development; the protection of our natural and built environments; urban design intensification; sustainability; community improvement; and, new employment within this time frame. The Town of Whitby combines a small town atmosphere with the sophistication and amenities of a larger urban centre. Whitby boasts two beautiful heritage downtowns, one of the finest recreational harbours with an award-winning marina, year round sports and recreation activities, parks, trails, and a robust arts and culture scene, all of which are part of the extraordinary amenities that Whitby residents enjoy every day. Whitby has an exciting and aspiring future, with a community that is welcoming, growing and transforming. On our team, you can expect to make a difference through your work and have a direct impact on shaping our growing community. Creating an inclusive environment where employees experience job satisfaction and have rewarding careers is important to us. We live our values and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, respect and engagement where people enjoy coming to work. The Town of Whitby is a hybrid organization. This means staff are empowered to do their best work from various locations, as appropriate for the position. We want to be the preferred employer for the most talented people who care about the Town of Whitby, and are excited and proud to serve our vibrant community. Let’s grow together.

What You Will Get To Do

Reporting to the Supervisor of Aquatics, the Instructor Guard is responsible for ensuring a safe, welcoming, and engaging aquatic environment while delivering high-quality instruction in accordance with Lifesaving Society programs and standards.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Aquatic Safety & Supervision: Actively patrolling the pool deck and scanning the water to ensure patron safety;
• Recognize and respond to emergency situations, including rescues in accordance with National Lifeguard Service (NLS) standards;
• Enforce pool rules, resolve concerns, and provide public education as required;
• Instruction & Program Delivery: Deliver Lifesaving Society Swim programs in a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable learning environment;
• Provide instruction primarily in-water, with some dryland teaching as required;
• Respond professionally and promptly to participant and parent/guardian inquiries;
• Prepare and submit detailed lesson plans weekly;
• Complete, proof, and submit participant progress reports at the end of the session for all participants;
• Provides timely and professional responses to all inquiries and directives from Supervisors and the Pool Coordinator;
• Maintains up-to-date class worksheets by completing them promptly after each shift.

Professional Standards & Operations

• Set up and clear the pool deck before and after shifts, ensuring equipment is properly stored;
• Assists with setting up and removing lane ropes as required for programming;
• Maintains a clean and organized equipment room and guard office;
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings and training sessions;
• Maintain all required certifications and personal fitness to NLS standards;
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Who You Are

You are a reliable, organized, and safety-focused professional with a passion for working with children, youth, adults and seniors. You value inclusion and demonstrate sensitivity to diverse needs. You communicate effectively, build positive relationships, and understand the responsibility associated with supervising and instructing in an aquatic environment. You demonstrate the Town’s CARE values—Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, and Engaged—through your daily interactions. You will have well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills with the ability to establish rapport, work cooperatively and communicate effectively with staff, children, youth, parents/guardians and community partners. You understand the level of responsibility this position brings. You are committed to creating an inclusive and safe space for all. You are an organized and punctual individual with excellent time management skills.

What You Bring To Our Team

• Lifesaving Society’s National Lifeguard (Pool) Certification
• Lifesaving Society’s Swim Instructor Certification
• Lifesaving Society’s Lifesaving Instructor Certification
• Lifesaving Society’s Emergency First Aid Instructor Certification
• Standard First Aid and CPR “C”
• A valid, satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check

Selection Process

The selection process will include both an interview and practical in-pool assessments. Candidates must be available to attend the interview and in-pool assessment to be considered for a position. Only those selected to participate in this interview and assessment will be contacted. Candidates will be required to provide proof of current certifications at the in-pool assessment. Those failing to provide such proof will be disqualified from the process. Candidates offered a position will be required to attend mandatory training sessions as scheduled.

What We Offer

You the opportunity to gain independence and develop leadership skills as you find your place in our aquatic community. Salary Range/Hourly rate: $26.36 - $29.28. Hybrid information: Frontline Hours: Flex hours, including days, evenings and weekends (maximum of 24 hours per week). Closing Date: September 29, 2026. Vacancy Statement: Unless specifically stated, all job postings at the Town of Whitby are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. AI Disclosure: The Town of Whitby confirms that artificial intelligence (AI) will not be used in the screening, assessment, or selection process for this position.

Our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Antiracism. At the Town of Whitby, we view holistic inclusion as the pathway to achieving healthy relationships, inclusive excellence and fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We acknowledge our history—the good and the bad, promote social justice and address discrimination and inequities. We strive to create a workplace that encourages you to always bring your authentic self to work.

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