Instructor Examiner Lifesaving - National Lifeguard

Instructor Examiner Lifesaving - National Lifeguard

Join to apply for the Instructor Examiner Lifesaving - National Lifeguard role at YMCA of Greater Toronto
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Pay Rate: $27.00/hour.

Location:

The Steve and Sally Stavro Family YMCA.

Work Hours:

As needed/ On-call.

Employment Type:

Contract Hourly (1 year).

Number of Vacancies : 4.
Anticipated

Start Date:

January 24, 2026.
Final date to receive applications:
January 12, 2026 at 5:00 pm.

Be the Spark! Join our passionate team and help us achieve great things in our community!

The Lifesaving Instructor and Examiner teaches and examines specific course content, using Lifesaving Society and YMCA equipment, resources and materials. Instructors develop course lesson plans that incorporate different learning styles.

In This Role, You Will:

• Teach in the aquatic area, ensure all safety and life guarding procedures are adhered to, and in the event of an emergency respond as trained by the Association and the Lifesaving Society.
• Deliver course content and examine participants following established Lifesaving Society criteria.
• Plan, organize and implement course lesson plans.
• Recognize participant learning styles and deliver content accordingly.
• Coach and develop participants to meet success.
• Ensure qualifications and certifications as required by the YMCA and regulatory standards are current at all times.
• Actively participate in scheduled programs, meetings and special events.
• In collaboration with individual program members, program volunteers and YMCA program staff, assist and encourage program members to access additional appropriate programs offered at this location.
• Perform other related duties to fulfill commitment to quality programs for all members as assigned from time to time by supervisor.

You Bring:

• Current Certifications in the following Lifesaving Society awards:
  National Lifeguard (NL), Standard First Aid & CPR level C, Instructor and Examiner in one or more of the following:
  National Lifeguard, Instructor Trainer.
• Previous experience instructing Lifesaving Courses an asset.
• Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with participants.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Well-developed organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility regarding assigned hours of work, including early mornings, days, evenings and weekends.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging.

What you need to succeed:

• Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values.
• Focus 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 Services.
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  Competencies:
  
  Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter.

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

See what you can expect from the YMCA here. Joining the Y means contributing to over 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as health and fitness, licensed childcare, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2025–2030 strategic plan, Greater Together, which outlines how we are focused on building communities where people feel healthier and more connected to their neighbours.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified…