Aquatic Employment Swim Instructor - City Wide Important:Do not apply to this job opportunityif you are a returning City of Toronto employee, instead please complete anonline scheduling form .
The Community Recreation Branch is responsible for the delivery of high-quality, community-based recreation programs and services to the diverse neighbourhoods of Toronto. We provide a variety of programs that promote the social and physical development for people of all ages, with an emphasis on children and youth. The Community Recreation Branch strives to ensure Toronto residents have positive recreational experiences that enhance quality of life and contribute to lifelong active living.
Job Category : Aquatics
Job Type: Temporary, Part-time
Hourly Rate: $ 24.40
Number of Positions: Talent pool for future vacancies
Start Date: TBD
Work Location: All locations in the City of Toronto. Specific location will be determined upon hire.
District: City Wide
Season: Winter
Duration: TBD
Shift Information: TBD
Division: Parks, Forestry & Recreation
Section: PFR CR Community Recreation
Posting End Date: 09/30/2026
Interested applicants are required to submit their Lifesaving Society ID NumberLSS ID Number when prompted in the application process. The number of positions available may vary and are subject to change.
Responsibilities
Ensure required equipment in place and operational; secure storage of equipment after use.
Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions.
Execute emergency procedures and uses safety/rescue equipment as necessary.
Ensure compliance with Ontario Health Regulations and all relevant legislation, policies and procedures outlined in guiding documents and manuals.
Perform administrative tasks to support programs.
Perform maintenance/janitorial duties, including but not restricted to, change room/washroom cleaning and disinfecting, pool chemistry tests, pool vacuuming, backwashing, chemical balancing,
and pool fouling clean up.
Ensure principles of Healthy Child Development (HIGH FIVE®) in the planning and delivery of programs.
Provide instruction, skill evaluation and safety of swim lesson participants.
Plan, conduct and evaluate swim lessons, focusing on water-safety.
Responsible to ensure accident prevention, public education, and public relations.
Qualifications
Minimum 15years of age.
Current National Lifeguard – Pool certification, Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor and Lifesaving Instructor
Current Intermediate First Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation ‘C’ (SFA with CPR C) as recognized by the WSIB
You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario's Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.
Accommodation: If you are an individual who requires accommodation, due to disability under the Ontario Human Rights Code, to apply for this position, please email us at
[email protected], quoting the RequisitionIDand the jobtitle. The City is committed to providing Code-protected accommodation throughoutits hiring process. Please visit Hiring Policies and Statements (toronto.ca) for further details.
Vulnerable Sector Check: One of the requirements for working with children and vulnerable adults is applicants providing the results of a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC). Once a candidate completes online onboarding documentation, candidates that reside in the City of Toronto (postal code starts with "M") will be sent an email with a voucher code to complete an online VSC application with Toronto Police at no cost. Applicants who reside outside of the City of Toronto will need to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check from their local Police Service at their own cost. For further information on the vulnerable sector screening, please contact your local Police Service.
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📌 Aquatic Employment Swim Instructor - City Wide (Ontario)
🏢 City of Toronto
📍 Ontario