Team Lead, Aquatics

YMCA of Greater Vancouver; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & Sick Time

Gym Membership

Extended Benefits

Training & Development

Employee Assistance

Childcare Discounts

Community Impact

Job summary

YMCA BC in Surrey is seeking an Aquatics Team Leader to provide on-deck leadership during swim lessons, ensuring safety and delivering family-focused programming. The role reports to the Aquatics Supervisor and supports instructors with program quality.

You will monitor progress, maintain records, mentor staff, and help coordinate daily operations to deliver high-quality aquatic experiences for members. This is a full-time, permanent position offering benefits and professional development.

Qualifications

• Current Standard First Aid (valid within 2 years).
• CPR-C & AED certificate (valid within 1 year).
• Swim Instructor certification or equivalent.
• Current National Lifeguard (NL) pool option.
• Experience as a Lifeguard or Swimming Instructor.
• Advanced leadership courses are an asset.
• Successful candidate will provide 3 satisfactory references.
• Criminal Record check with Vulnerable sector search within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible leadership on deck and in water during swim lessons to ensure safety and high-quality instruction.
• Monitor progress and guide instructors to maintain program quality and consistency.
• Build relationships with participants and families, gathering feedback to enhance satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate records of observations, progress, and feedback for timely follow-up actions.
• Support supervisors with swim lesson administration, attendance, and documentation.
• Prepare and distribute daily lesson summaries to leads, supervisors, and managers for clear communication.
• Assist with waitlists, enrollments, and maintaining program information.
• Conduct and support swim skill evaluations to guide progression.
• Mentor and coach instructors, lead by example, and cover classes when needed.
• Maintain flexibility to cover swim instructor and lifeguard shifts, prioritizing safety.

Skills

First Aid

CPR-C AED

Swim Instructor

Lifeguard Experience

Leadership Training

Customer Service

References Available

Criminal Record Check

Education

National Lifeguard Pool Option

Swim Instructor Certification

CPR-C & AED Certification

Standard First Aid

Job description

Location: Tong Louie Family YMCA (14988 57 Ave, Surrey BC)

Terms: Full-Time, Permanent (*Please note - this Full-Time position is not suitable for a high school student)

Shift: Shifts vary and include weekday mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: $26.08 per hour

Reports To: Supervisor, Aquatics

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Free YMCA Gym Membership and/or Y@Home
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community *Some benefits may vary based on region and employment terms

Nature & Scope

YMCA BC cares about raising healthy and resilient children, ensuring youth feel confident and supported and helping people feel healthy and connected to others in the community. We believe that everyone deserves to be healthy in spirit, mind and body. Our state- of-the-art centres of community offer a range of health, fitness, and aquatics programs for individuals and families.

The Aquatics Team Leader will report to the Aquatics Supervisor and work collaboratively with other members of the YMCA team to provide a safe and fun aquatics environment. The Team Leader is responsible for providing support and delivering family focused programming and services, as well as helping to monitor and support program quality.

Major Responsibilities:

• Provide visible, hands-on leadership on deck and in the water during swim lessons to ensure high-quality instruction, participant safety, and exceptional member experiences.
• Monitor participant progress and skill acquisition, providing guidance and support to instructors to maintain program quality and consistency.
• Build positive relationships with participants, parents, and guardians by regularly checking in to gather feedback, address concerns, and enhance overall satisfaction with the swim lesson program.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of observations, participant progress, and member feedback to support timely communication and follow-up actions.
• Support Aquatic Supervisors with swim lesson administration, including maintaining lesson binders, attendance tracking, and program documentation.
• Prepare and distribute daily lesson support summaries to Team Leads, Shift Leads, Aquatic Supervisors, and Managers, ensuring clear communication of operational updates and participant needs.
• Assist with administrative functions such as waitlist management, participant enrollment updates, and maintaining accurate program information.
• Conduct and support swim skill evaluations to assess participant development and recommend appropriate program progression.
• Provide mentorship and hands-on coaching to instructors, supporting challenging classes, developing staff skills, leading by example, and stepping into instructional roles when operationally required.
• Maintain flexibility by fulfilling swim instructor and lifeguard assignments, providing shift coverage as needed, and prioritizing safety supervision and quality program delivery to meet daily operational needs.

Qualifications:

• Current Standard First Aid (valid within 2 years)
• CPR-C & AED certificate (valid within 1 year)
• Swim Instructor certification or equivalent
• Current National Lifeguard (NL) pool option
• Experience as a Lifeguard or Swimming Instructor
• Advanced leadership courses are an asset
• Demonstrated high level of customer service skills
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at ymcabc.ca

Application Deadline: October 18 , 2026

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

Thank you for your interest and application.