Swim Instructor

Part-Time, Contract Join our team as a Swim/Lifesaving Instructor We're seeking part-time Swim Instructors to work 4-20 hours per week in the state-of-the-art pool within our Athletic and Wellness Centre. Applicants can apply to either one, or both of the Swim Instructor positions based on availability: Applicants applying for a Day Swim Instructor position must be available to work shifts between 7:00 a.m.
- 5:00 p.m. from Monday-Friday. Applicants applying for an Auxiliary Swim Instructor position must be available to work shifts on weekends and in the evenings. Reporting into the Aquatic Leads, you'll be part of a motivated and certified aquatics team, ensuring the safety and quality of our programming. Shifts will vary on weekdays and weekends to support our curricular and auxiliary programs, and the contract will have the opportunity to renew based on performance and programming needs. Ensuring the safety of all patrons using the Athletics and Wellness Centre’s swimming pools Provides instructional swimming lessons to various age groups following established curriculum Oversee the delivery of swimming lessons to ensure classes are following the established curriculum Deliver aquatic programming to ensure lessons and special events are executed smoothly Provide a high level of customer service to all participants and families, communicating effectively by providing information about the program and related policies and procedures Act as the first responder in case of an emergency and provide First Aid as needed throughout the pool area Enforce and ensure all pool policies, procedures, and safety regulations are adhered to Monitor designated pool areas and is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the pool deck, changing rooms and shower facilities (e.g. picking up equipment and safely storing it, picking up towels and debris etc.) Administrative tasks to support staff and Physical Education faculty Performs maintenance and related work to ensure the pool deck and equipment are clean and well-maintained for use, as required Complete mandatory staff training before every Fall (October-December), Winter (January-March), Spring (April-June) session Lifesaving Society Swim/Lifesaving Instructor Certification is required National Lifeguard certification is an preferred Must possess knowledge of the rules and regulation governing safety in an indoor pool facility Enjoy working with children and youth Demonstrated ability to handle a variety of service situations in a busy aquatic facility Previous experience as a Lifeguard and/or experience instructing the Lifesaving Society’s Swim for Life program, or other Swim Program is an asset; Additional Lifesaving Society’s certification such as Lifesaving Instructor, Lifesaving Coach-Level 1, and Pool Operator-Level 1 is an asset. Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, and weekends Hourly Rate: $23 Branksome Hall is strongly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion within its community and welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with (dis)abilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas, and champion diversity in its broadest sense. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates engaging in all parts of the recruitment and selection process at Branksome Hall. While this technology helps us assess qualifications, our team actively reviews outcomes to identify and address any potential assumptions or biases throughout the process. To learn more about Branksome Hall, visit our website at: branksome.on.ca. #