Swim Instructor

Variety Village; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Variety Village in Toronto area seeks a Swim Instructor to lead aquatic programs, ensuring safety and inclusivity for participants of all abilities. You will deliver lessons, assess progress, and maintain required certifications while adhering to Variety Village standards.

This on-site role supports a seasonal schedule and collaboration with the aquatic team. The ideal candidate holds Lifeguard and Swim Instructor certifications with solid communication and organizational skills, and a passion

Qualifications

• Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor certification required; instructor certification preferred.
• Minimum age 15 and legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Valid National Lifeguard – Pool certification and Standard/Intermediate First Aid required.
• Additional first aid certifications (Airway Management or BLS) are assets.
• Experience in recreation, aquatics, sports, physical education, or education is an asset.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work a seasonal schedule and collaborate with a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver swimming lessons per Lifesaving Society standards.
• Maintain current certifications and instructional awards.
• Complete weekly participant evaluations and final reports.
• Develop core and daily instructional lesson plans.
• Demonstrate proficiency with aquatic emergency procedures.
• Provide a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
• Provide feedback and adapt instruction to individual needs.
• Perform other related aquatic duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

National Lifeguard – Pool

Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor certification

Bronze Cross (asset)

Job description

Key Details:

Job Title: Swim Instructor

Type: On-Call/Part-TimeContract.

Location: 3701 Danforth Avenue, Scarborough, ON M1N2G2. This is a fully on-site position.

Salary: $22.50 per hour

Deadline: Submission of OnlineApplication Form and a scheduled group interview time must be completed nolater than August 14th, 2026.

Reports to: Coordinator, Aquatics& Leadership Programs

Vacancy: Thisis a position to be filled.

AIDisclosure: Variety does not useartificial intelligence or automated tools to screen, assess, or make hiringdecisions. All applications are reviewed by our hiring team.

Variety is committed to building an inclusiveworkplace that embraces diversity, values differences, and supports the fullparticipation of all employees. We welcome applications from those who arepassionate about contributing to a workplace culture where everyone feelsvalued and included. We welcome applications from racialized persons/persons ofcolour, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2S & LGBTQIA+persons, and anyone who can add to the diversity of our team.

About Us:

VARIETYGROUP OF COMPANIES OVERVIEW

Thereare three companies that make up the Variety Group of Companies (Variety):

Variety - the Children’s Charity (Ontario)

Variety Village

Variety Club of Ontario – Tent 28

Variety- the Children’s Charity (Ontario) supports programming for children with adisability at Variety Village and throughout the province. Variety programmingis inclusive and powered by sport, transforming the lives of individuals andfamilies, while creating more inclusive communities across Ontario.

Variety -the Children’s Charity (Ontario) isfunded through individual donors, corporate sponsorship, fundraisingactivities, federal and provincial governments, and foundations.

Variety- the Children's Charity (Ontario) is part of an international charity that hasbeen in operation since 1928. The charity began in Pittsburgh and spreadthroughout the United States. The chapter in Ontario was the first chapteroutside the United States and is now one of the 5 Variety Chapters in Canada.It was founded in 1945, and the original mission of the charity was to build aschool for boys with a disability who could not receive an education in themainstream school system. The school was called Variety Village.

Variety Village operated as a school until itbecame a centre of para-sport excellence.

Since the 1970s, Variety athletes and coacheshave represented Canada at every summer Paralympic games. Currently, VarietyVillage is a 170,000 square foot facility and operates as a fitness centre forthe general community as well as offering programs, training and camps forchildren of all ages and abilities.

Vision Statement:

“AWelcoming Community and World-Renowned Facility that Empowers All.”

Mission Statement:

“As a Charity, we embrace a people firstphilosophy, prioritizing inclusivity and support for all. Our Mission is toempower individuals to connect, thrive, and achieve their personal bests.”

Values:

Inclusivity: We host events, deliverprograms, and create programs for all.

Respect: We foster a culture ofmutual and equal respect.

Trust: We create a safe andtrustworthy environment for active participation and are a trusted source ofexpertise.

Empowerment: We facilitate personalgrowth and development.

The Opportunity:

The Swim Instructor at Variety Village provides directleadership, instruction, and motivation to participants while delivering safe,inclusive, and engaging aquatic programming that meets or exceeds LifesavingSociety and Variety Village standards.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Deliver swimming lessons in accordance with Lifesaving Society (LSS)program standards and guidelines.
• Maintain all required current certifications and instructional awards incompliance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Complete weekly participant evaluations and provide a final report cardfor each participant at the conclusion of every session.
• Develop and maintain core lesson plans and daily instructional plansforall assigned aquatic programs.
• Maintain knowledge of and demonstrate proficiency with Variety Villageaquatic emergency procedures.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment for allparticipants.
• Provide feedback and support to participants while adapting instructionto meet individual abilities and needs.
• Perform other related aquatic duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Key Competencies:

• Minimum age of 15 years old and legally eligible towork in Canada.
• Valid National Lifeguard – Pool certification andStandard First Aid/Intermediate First Aid certification required.
• Additionalfirst aid certifications such as Airway Management or Basic Life Support areconsidered an asset.
• Current Lifesaving Society Swim Instructorcertification is required; Lifesaving Society Instructor certification ispreferred.
• Current Bronze Cross or National Lifeguardcertification is considered an asset.
• Previous experience and/or education in recreation,aquatics, sports, physical education, or education is an asset.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, andinterpersonal skills.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks, maintain accurateadministrative records, and demonstrate strong organizational skills.

• Ability to work a seasonal schedule, with shiftssubject to change based on program needs and availability.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervisionwhile contributing positively as part of a team.
• Demonstrates professionalism, reliability,accountability, and dependability.