National Lifeguard Instructor and Examiner - Part Time

National Lifeguard Instructor and Examiner – Guelph YMCA

Location:Guelph YMCA, Guelph-Wellington

Work Hours:Evening and weekend availability required.

Employment Type:Part Time, Contract

Number of Vacancies:1

Anticipated Start Date:March 1, 2026

Contract End Date: March 1, 2027

Final date to receive applications:February 24, 2026

Starting Hourly Rate: $24.00

Total Rewards Package:

We believe that everyone has the potential to shine! Our culture is built around connection, celebration, appreciation, and recognition, and it starts with a total rewards package focused on Well-Being.

Time Away from Work

• At the YMCA of Three Rivers, we value work-life harmony. Part-time team members start with:
• Vacation earnings of 4% on each pay (Increases to 6% after 5 years of continuous employment)
• 3 well-being days for sick time or proactive self-care, which can be used as they are earned. Bereavement days are also available.
• A free YMCA membership for you and your family, providing access to our fitness centers
• Discounts on YMCA programs and services
• Access to an Employee (and Family) Assistance Program offering free and confidential counseling, resources, and services

Role Overview:

Who are we…

The YMCA of Three Rivers is a charitable organization proudly serving the communities of Guelph-Wellington, Stratford-Perth, and Waterloo Region. We aspire to build connected and resilient communities. Our mission is to make our diverse communities healthier and more vibrant. With dignity and respect, our programs and services inspire individuals to reach their full potential. Learn more about our history, mission, vision, and values here.

We strive to be a great place to work so that all employees can live with purpose, passion, and potential to Shine On! This is where you come in.

What will you do…

You will instruct high quality Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard courses that are consistent with the Lifesaving Society’s guidelines and standards. Courses are run in our Health and Wellness branches. You will plan and organize courses using short-term and long-term lesson planning. You will attend all staff meetings and trainings as required. Course instructors are responsible for organizing materials and setting up and taking down equipment for the course.

You will have the opportunity to develop strong relationships with course candidates and your peers as you assist in creating a safe and welcoming facility for all.

What will you bring…

Ideally, you will bring a minimum of 2 years’ experience lifeguarding and teaching aquatic leadership courses. You are a current Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Instructor. National Lifeguard Instructor and Examiners certification is required. A current National Lifeguard and Standard First Aid with CPR-C certification is required.

Previous experience in an aquatic leadership role (ie. Head Lifeguard, Team Lead, Deck Supervisor) is an asset. You are committed to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to diverse needs.

You will have well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills with the ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with course participants, parents and team members. This position requires your willingness to work flexible hours mostly evenings and weekends. You will also be required to present a clear, current, Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector screening.

Additional Information:

Our Commitment to Safeguarding Children and Youth

In keeping with our commitment to child and youth safeguarding, job offers are contingent on completing a current Vulnerable Sector Check and employment reference checks. Vulnerable Sector Checks are reviewed individually, and the offense(s) - if any - are considered in the decision-making process, in relation to the requirement of working with children, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position.

Vulnerable Sector Checks must be renewed every three years.

Our Commitment to JAIDE (Justice, Access, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity)

We embrace the values of justice, access, inclusion, diversity, and equity and are committed to…