Aquatic ; Swim Instructor, Lifeguard, Aquatic Program Assistant, Wading Pool Attendant

Aquatic Employment (Swim Instructor, Lifeguard, Aquatic Program Assistant, Wading Pool Attendant)

Important:

Do not apply to this job opportunity if 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.

Req : 61705

Job Category
:
Aquatics

Job Type
:
Temporary, Part-time

Hourly Rate
:
Swim Instructor $24.40, Lifeguard $22.00, Aquatic Program Assistant $19.61, Wading Pool $19.93

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
:
Summer

Duration
: TBD

Shift Information
: TBD

Division
:
Parks, Forestry & Recreation

Section
: PFR CR Community Recreation

Posting End Date
: 03/01/2026

Applicants interested in Swim Instructor, Lifeguard-Pool, Aquatic Program Assistant and Wading Pool Attendant jobs will be hired for the position that they are most qualified for and are required to submit their Lifesaving Society r (LSS ) in the speciality skills section when prompted in the application process. The number of and type of positions available may vary seasonally and are subject to change.

Responsibilities:

• Provides swimming instruction, skill evaluation, and safety supervision of participants, accident prevention, rescue skills, public education and public relations.
• Plans, conducts and implements safe and educational swimming lessons.
• Ensures that the appropriate equipment is in place and operational and that the equipment is stored away after use.
• Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions.
• Executes emergency procedures and uses safety/rescue equipment.
• Ensures compliance with Ontario Health Regulations and all relevant legislation and Policy and Procedures manuals.
• Performs tasks to support the program including report cards and worksheets.
• Performs maintenance/janitorial duties, including but not restricted to change room/washroom cleaning and disinfecting, pool chemistry tests, vacuuming, backwashing, chemical balancing, and pool fouling clean up.
• Follows the principles of Healthy Child Development (HIGH FIVE®) in the planning and delivery of programs.

Qualifications:

• Must be minimum 15 years of age.
• Current Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor, Lifesaving Instructor and Emergency First Aid Instructor certifications
• Current Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard (Pool) certification.
• Current Standard First Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation 'C' certifications 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.

Responsibilities:

• Ensures a safe aquatic environment for participants through supervision, accident prevention, rescue skills, public education and public relations.
• Ensures the safety and supervision of participants in the pool area.
• Ensures compliance with the Ontario Health Regulations and all relevant policy and procedures manuals.
• Ensures that the equipment is in place and operational and that the equipment is stored away after use.
• Executes emergency procedures and uses safety/rescue equipment.
• Monitors and controls access to the program.
• Performs administrative tasks to support the program including cash handling.
• Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions.
• Performs maintenance/janitorial duties including but not restricted to change room/washroom cleaning and disinfecting, pool chemistry tests, vacuuming, backwashing, chemical balancing, and pool fouling…