Part-Time Instructor Guard (Lifeguard/Swim Instructor)
About The Position
Our team is highly skilled, passionate about our community, and we care. Let’s grow together. The Town of Whitby is a community in transformation that is located in the heart of Durham Region in the eastern Greater Toronto Area. Whitby is the second-largest municipality in the region and one of the fastest-growing communities in Canada. Located on Lake Ontario and only an hour east of Toronto, the population of Whitby is expected to grow from 140,000 to more than 200,000 by 2031. Whitby’s Official Plan has been updated to establish new directions for Whitby’s planned growth and development; the protection of our natural and built environments; urban design intensification; sustainability; community improvement; and, new employment within this time frame. The Town of Whitby combines a small town atmosphere with the sophistication and amenities of a larger urban centre. Whitby boasts two beautiful heritage downtowns, one of the finest recreational harbours with an award-winning marina, year round sports and recreation activities, parks, trails, and a robust arts and culture scene, all of which are part of the extraordinary amenities that Whitby residents enjoy every day. Whitby has an exciting and aspiring future, with a community that is welcoming, growing and transforming. On our team, you can expect to make a difference through your work and have a direct impact on shaping our growing community. Creating an inclusive environment where employees experience job satisfaction and have rewarding careers is important to us. We live our values and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, respect and engagement where people enjoy coming to work. The Town of Whitby is a hybrid organization. This means staff are empowered to do their best work from various locations, as appropriate for the position. We want to be the preferred employer for the most talented people who care about the Town of Whitby, and are excited and proud to serve our vibrant community. Let’s grow together.
Requirements
- Lifesaving Society’s National Lifeguard (Pool) Certification
- Lifesaving Society’s Swim Instructor Certification
- Lifesaving Society’s Lifesaving Instructor Certification
- Lifesaving Society’s Emergency First Aid Instructor Certification
- Standard First Aid and CPR “C”
- A valid, satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check
Nice To Haves
- Reliable, organized, and safety-focused professional with a passion for working with children, youth, adults and seniors
- Values inclusion and demonstrates sensitivity to diverse needs
- Communicates effectively, builds positive relationships
- Understands the responsibility associated with supervising and instructing in an aquatic environment
- Demonstrates the Town’s CARE values—Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, and Engaged
- Well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills with the ability to establish rapport, work cooperatively and communicate effectively with staff, children, youth, parents/guardians and community partners
- Committed to creating an inclusive and safe space for all
- Organized and punctual individual with excellent time management skills
Responsibilities
- Actively patrolling the pool deck and scanning the water to ensure patron safety
- Recognize and respond to emergency situations, including rescues in accordance with National Lifeguard Service (NLS) standards
- Enforce pool rules, resolve concerns, and provide public education as required
- Deliver Lifesaving Society Swim programs in a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable learning environment
- Provide instruction primarily in-water, with some dryland teaching as required
- Respond professionally and promptly to participant and parent/guardian inquiries
- Prepare and submit detailed lesson plans weekly
- Complete, proof, and submit participant progress reports at the end of the session for all participants
- Provides timely and professional responses to all inquiries and directives from Supervisors and the Pool Coordinator
- Maintains up-to-date class worksheets by completing them promptly after each shift
- Set up and clear the pool deck before and after shifts, ensuring equipment is properly stored
- Assists with setting up and removing lane ropes as required for programming
- Maintains a clean and organized equipment room and guard office
- Attend all mandatory staff meetings and training sessions
- Maintain all required certifications and personal fitness to NLS standards
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Benefits
- The opportunity to gain independence and develop leadership skills as you find your place in our aquatic community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
