Aquatic Team Leader
Job in
Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada
Listing for:
YMCA Greater Toronto
Seasonal/Temporary, Contract
position
Listed on 2026-03-10
Job specializations:
-
Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Recreation & Leisure, Health / Fitness / Gym / Pilates
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Aquatic Team Leader Hourly Rate: $24.50, Lifeguard Hourly Rate: $21.00 - Check out the YMCA’s !
Location:
Cedar Glen YMCA Outdoor Centre
Work Hours:
On call as needed
Employment Type:
Seasonal Contract - 3.5 months (Existing Vacancy)
Number of Vacancies: 2
Anticipated
Start Date:
June 1, 2026
Final date to receive applications:
April 10, 2026 at 5:00pm
Be the Spark! Join our passionate team at YMCA Cedar Glen where we have been providing our program for over 20 years!
The Aquatics Team Leader ensures a safe and engaging environment for all aquatic programs, including recreational swimming and swim lessons. This role combines leadership and hands-on involvement, guiding lifeguards and swim instructors while supporting program planning and tracking participants’ progress. Alongside leading the team, the Aquatics Team Leader actively participates in lifeguarding duties, helps set up and maintain program equipment and the environment, oversees activities during sessions, and contributes to the cleanup and takedown of equipment.
In this role, you will:
Ensure the pool is properly set up with all paperwork and safety equipment required to meet YMCA of Greater Toronto regulations as well as provincial standards in coordination with the Assistant Director, Outdoor EducationProvide leadership and coaching to swimming instructors, ensuring all YMCA Quality Indicators are met in swimming lessons and demonstrating effective teaching techniques during classes as neededProvide ongoing feedback to lifeguards and swimming instructors to support performance and skill developmentEnsure qualifications and certifications required by the YMCA and regulatory standards remain current at all timesEnsure Health & Safety procedures are followed and contribute to the cleaning, safety, and maintenance of the Outdoor CentreComplete a safety check of lifesaving equipment prior to each shiftEnsure all safety and lifeguarding procedures are adhered to and respond in the event of an emergency as trained by the Lifesaving Society and YMCAAttend all staff trainings and meetings, arriving on time and actively participating to contribute to the development of all aquatics staffAct as a positive role model for Outdoor Centre participants, day campers, and fellow staff by embodying YMCA values, policies, procedures, Day Camp guidelines, and Ontario Camping Association standardsPerform other duties as assignedYou bring:
Current Certifications in the following Lifesaving Society awards:
National Lifeguard (NL) Award, Standard First Aid & CPR level “C”Current YMCA or Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor certificationPool Operator certification is an assetMinimum 2 years’ experience working in an aquatic environmentPrevious experience lifeguarding and instructing swim lessons is an assetExperience working with children is preferredExperience working as a supervisor or Team Lead is preferredYMCA Outdoor Centre or Day Camp experience is an assetAbility to use frequent light to medium physical effort, including lifting up to 50 lbs. by bending, carrying, pushing, and pullingExcellent communication skills and ability to lead a group of childrenDemonstrated ability to work well both independently and in a team environmentWell-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with families, staff, and volunteersFlexibility regarding assigned hours of work, including evenings and weekendsMinimum age 18 years old by June 29thCommitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belongingWhat you need to succeed:
Commitment to the YMCA’sFocus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection ServicesYMCA
Competencies:
Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing PromoterWhy work for the YMCA?
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