SRC Lifeguard & Swim Instructor

Jewish Toronto; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on membership and programs

Free Parking

Job summary

Jewish Toronto is seeking a Lifeguard/Swim Instructor to supervise aquatic areas and deliver engaging swim lessons for all ages at the JCC in Vaughan. The role combines safety with teaching, requiring energy, water confidence, and a commitment to an inclusive, fun environment.

Flexible, year-round opportunities with shifts including weekdays, evenings, and weekends; part-time up to 24 hours per week; strong emphasis on safety, customer service, and community involvement.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current and valid Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Certification and Instructor certification; certifications must be kept valid throughout employment.
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR-C/AED Certification.
• Strong understanding and adherence to all legislated requirements, policies and procedures including emergency procedures and health and safety standards.
• Models and practices HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Childhood Development.
• Ability to pass a Vulnerable Sector Screening through Regional Police.
• Applicants must be at least 15 years of age.
• Experience with various age groups and children with special needs considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly customer service and engage members, promoting water safety.
• Ensure lifeguarding and swim instruction safety compliance.
• Build positive relationships with parents and participants and respond promptly.
• Prepare lesson plans and write progress reports for all students.
• Maintain incident logs and pool safety records.
• Provide first aid until EMS arrives.
• Maintain constant supervision of the pool area.
• Clean and maintain pool areas and changerooms.

Skills

Lifesaving National Lifeguard Cert

Lifeguard Instructor Cert

Standard First Aid & CPR-C/AED

HIGH FIVE Principles

Vulnerable Sector Screening

Youth/Child experience

People-centred approach

Job description

Job Type: Part-time (up to 24 hours per week)

Schedule: Year-round opportunities with flexible shifts, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

Who We Are:

The Jewish Community Centre (JCC) is more than just a workplace—it’s a vibrant hub of culture, connection, and community. As one of the largest engagement platforms in the Greater Toronto Area, we offer a diverse range of programs, including arts, fitness, education, daycare, summer camps, and more.

With a bold goal to triple our community engagement by 2026, we are on a transformative path to become the beating heart of Jewish life in the region. Join us in shaping the future of the JCC experience for 75,000+ people annually!

Role Summary:

We're looking for a passionate and responsible Lifeguard/Swim Instructor to join our team! In this dual role, you'll ensure the safety of all swimmers by maintaining vigilant supervision of aquatic areas, while also delivering engaging, skill-based swim lessons for all ages and abilities. Ideal candidates are energetic, confident in the water, and committed to creating a safe, inclusive, fun environment. If you love the water, enjoy teaching, and have a strong sense of responsibility, this is the perfect opportunity to make a difference while doing what you love!

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides good customer service and engages with members, guests and students, promoting water safety and being a positive representative of the JCC, encouraging continued engagement
• Ensures compliance and controls in lifeguarding and swim instructor functions
• Fosters positive parent and participant relationships, follows up on questions promptly and courteously
• Prepares lesson plans for each class, and writing report cards for all lesson participants
• Maintains complete and accurate records of incidents and accidents, swimming occurrences, daily maintenance, opening and closing procedures, and follows up in a timely manner with appropriate action
• Provide first aid care and treatment as required for all minor and major incidents until the arrival of emergency services
• Maintains constant surveillance creating a safe, supervised pool area, vigilant to minimize risks
• Maintains and cleans pool areas, washrooms, changerooms, etc.

Qualifications:

• Must hold a current and valid Lifesaving Society's National Lifeguard Certification AND Instructor certification; certifications must be kept valid throughout employment.
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR-C/AED Certification.
• Strong understanding and adherence to all legislated requirements, policies and procedures, including emergency procedures and health and safety standards
• Models and practices HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Childhood Development
• Ability to pass a Vulnerable Sector Screening through Regional Police.
• Applicants must be at least 15 years of age.
• Experience with various age groups and children with special needs considered a strong asset.
• People-centred, flexible work environment that always puts your family and/or your personal life and overall well-being first
• Discounts on membership and programming at the JCC
• Free Parking

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences—don’t self-select out if you don’t meet every requirement. If this role excites you, we want to hear from you!