Swim Instructor

The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 5 th consecutive year as one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes and Statista Inc. In 2025, the City of Markham is ranked 2nd among municipalities in Canada and 12th overall for Government Services. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as well as our fiscal accountability. More than 366,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.

Applications are now being accepted for the Spring 2026 Swim Instructor position in the Recreation Department, Community Services Commission. To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume online by
March 1, 2026
.

Join us and make a lasting difference
Enjoy a positive and rewarding work environment with flexible scheduling options as you share your enthusiasm for aquatics.

The City of Markham has several paid swim instructor positions available to qualified youth and adults at its facilities across the City. Work close to home, help build the skills and confidence of others in the water and stay active and fit doing something you love.

Job Summary
As a Swim Instructor for the City of Markham Recreation Services Department, you will provide direct leadership, instruction and motivation in helping our swim program participants achieve and surpass Lifesaving Society, City of Markham and other association standards.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct instruction and evaluation of program participants.
• Plan and organize classes through daily lesson plans and long-term core plans to ensure progressive learning.
• Maintain class safety though formations and proper scanning techniques.
• Educate all facility users on safe and enjoyable swimming practices.
• Check rescue equipment and discuss your scanning approach with the team.
• Complete pool deck set-up and clean-up.
• Apply basic life support and first aid as required.
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning.
• Know emergency procedures.
• Have excellent customer service skills and the ability to work well with other staff.

Requirements:
In addition to being at least 15 years old, you will need the following
required current qualifications &/ or certifications:

• Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross OR LifesavingSociety National Lifeguard.
• Lifesaving Society Swim, Lifesaving and EmergencyFirst Aid Instructor.
• Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid with CPR C
• Lifesaving Society Airway Management.

Core Behaviours:

• Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
• Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
• Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
• Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
• Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
• Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.
• Please include your Lifesaving ID number on your resume. Certifications that will expire during your work term must be re-certified prior to your start date. If you are registered for an applicable course, please list it on your resume along with the registration dates.
• All applicants are required to submit a valid Vulnerable Sector Check, (completed within 6 months) upon hiring.

Note:
All qualifications must be current from the beginning to the last day of each session. Qualifications that are due to expire during a session must be re-certified prior to the start of the season and staff will be required to provide proof of registration for the re-certification.

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.

Please respect our scent free area by not wearing scented products when visiting the office.

AI Disclosure
At the City of Markham, we value transparency and fairness in recruitment. While our system (ADP Workforce Now) includes AI-powered features, we do not use AI to screen, assess, or select applicants. All evaluations are conducted by people.

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