PJCC LIFEGUARD & SWIM INSTRUCTOR

Job Type: Part-time (up to 24 hours per week) Wage: $21.00-$23.00/hour

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.

Perks:

- 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

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📌 Lifeguard and Swim Instructor PJCC (Toronto)
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