Part-Time Lifeguard & Swim Instructor — Learn-to-Swim Pro

Town of Ajax; Ajax; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee & Family Service Program

Health & Wellness Program

Fitness Centre Membership

OMERS Pension

Job summary

The Town of Ajax is seeking a Lifeguard/Swim Instructor to supervise swimming activities at municipal aquatic facilities and to teach learn-to-swim programs across all ages and abilities.

Reporting to the Aquatics Coordinators, you will ensure a safe pool environment, enforce rules, and deliver quality instruction following Lifesaving Society standards. Part-time, non-union, up to 24 hours weekly with flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 15 or older.
• Valid Standard First Aid with CPR C certification.
• LSS National Lifeguard Award current within 2 years.
• LSS Swim Instructor Certification.
• Knowledge of aquatic program delivery.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pool environment per zone layout and address safety concerns.
• Enforce pool rules to prevent accidents.
• Educate public on aquatic safety.
• Respond to emergencies professionally.
• Administer First Aid per cert level and file incident reports.
• Assist with pool setup and closing.
• Prepare lesson outlines for weekly programs.
• Instruct swimming lessons per Lifesaving Society standards.
• Record progress cards and Lifesaving Society test results.
• Engage with participants in line with High Five development principles.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Public safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Standard First Aid with CPR C

Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Award

LSS Swim Instructor Certification

LSS Lifesaving Instructor Certification

High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development

Job description

The Town of Ajax is seeking a Lifeguard/Swim Instructor to supervise swimming activities at municipal aquatic facilities and to teach learn-to-swim programs across all ages and abilities.

Reporting to the Aquatics Coordinators, you will ensure a safe pool environment, enforce rules, and deliver quality instruction following Lifesaving Society standards. Part-time, non-union, up to 24 hours weekly with flexible shifts.