Aquatic Leadership Instructor
Part-time · Ongoing Applications
About the role
The Aquatic Leadership Instructor is a highly skilled and certified professional responsible for delivering advanced aquatic training and leadership development programs. This role focuses on teaching and certifying the next generation of lifeguards and swim teachers in accordance with the highest standards set by the Lifesaving Society and Seal Swimming. The Aquatic Leadership Instructor acts as a mentor and subject matter expert, fostering a culture of safety, excellence, and professionalism among all candidates.
- Employment Type
- Part-time
- Experience
- Minimum 3–5 years as Swim Teacher and Lifeguard
- Environment
- On-site — classroom and aquatic environment
- Availability
- Flexible scheduling — evenings and weekends required
Certifications
Required
- Current National Lifeguard
- Current Standard First Aid & CPR-C
- Current Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor
- Current Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor
- Current Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid Instructor
- Current Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Instructor
- Lifesaving Society Instructor Trainer
- Completion of Seal Swimming's Swim Teacher Pro Certification
Preferred
- Lifesaving Society Bronze Examiner
- Lifesaving Society First Aid Examiner
- Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Examiner
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Responsibilities
- Lead, instruct, and evaluate candidates in advanced aquatic leadership courses including Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, National Lifeguard, and Instructor programs.
- Deliver the Lifesaving Society curriculum effectively, ensuring all performance criteria are met and understood by candidates.
- Plan and prepare engaging lesson plans, course materials, and training environments conducive to learning.
- Adapt instructional techniques to meet the needs of diverse learners and various learning styles.
- Provide mentorship, coaching, and constructive feedback to candidates to support their development as aquatic professionals.
- Supervise all course participants to ensure their safety and adherence to program standards throughout training.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of candidate attendance, evaluations, and certification outcomes.
- Complete and submit all required course paperwork to the Lifesaving Society and Seal Swimming administration in a timely manner.
- Ensure all instructional activities comply with Seal Swimming's policies, health and safety regulations, and Lifesaving Society standards.
- Manage and maintain all instructional equipment, reporting any deficiencies to the Operations Manager.
- Collaborate with the Operations Manager to schedule courses, book facilities, and ensure necessary resources are available.
- Liaise with the administrative team to ensure seamless candidate registration and certification processing.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Swim Teacher and Lifeguard.
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and mentor others.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage course logistics and administrative tasks effectively.
- Completion of Seal Swimming's mandatory training programs including AODA, OHRC, OHSA Supervisor Awareness, Preventing Violence & Harassment in the Workplace, and WHMIS (to be completed upon hiring).
Competencies
- Initiative
- Proactively seeks ways to improve processes and contribute beyond assigned tasks.
- Commitment
- Shows dedication to achieving team and personal goals, with a strong work ethic.
- Passion
- Demonstrates enthusiasm and pride in work, maintaining a high standard.
- Patience
- Approaches interactions with empathy and adaptability.
- Effective Communication
- Engages thoughtfully with colleagues and candidates and practices active listening.
- Discipline
- Maintains a structured and consistent approach to tasks.
- Confidence
- Displays self-assurance and instills confidence in the team.
- Integrity
- Upholds reliability and accountability in all actions.
- Punctuality
- Values time management and meets all deadlines.
Work conditions
- Work is performed on-site in a classroom and aquatic environment.
- Position requires physical fitness to demonstrate advanced lifesaving skills and techniques.
- Flexible scheduling is required, with availability to teach courses during evenings and weekends.
Know before you swim
How we keep swimmers safe
Lifeguards, assistant lifeguards and swim teachers on every shift, with one team leader per deck and Water Safety Standards taught at every level.
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