Hybrid Aquatics Instructor - Closing August 14 bei Municipality of Port Hope

The Aquatic Instructor is responsible for teaching Lifesaving Swim Kids and Preschool Swimming lessons while providing a safe, enjoyable, supervised environment for pool patrons at the Jack Burger Sports Complex through the implementation of front-line aquatic programming in compliance with HIGH FIVE® standards, the Ontario Health Regulations, Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Standards; and ensures compliance with all regulations pertaining to swimming pool operations at the Jack Burger Sports Complex.  

Benefits and Perks

• Optional OMERS Pension Plan from the date of hire
• Work-life Balance Initiatives
• Wellness, Social and Staff Ambassador Committees
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Perks and Savings Partnerships

Compensation

$19.39 to $21.04 per hour

Qualifications

• Some High school. 
• Current certification in Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor. 
• Standard First Aid, CPR “C” with AED. 
• HIGH FIVE ®: Principles of Health Child Development. 
• Lifesaving Instructor and National Lifeguard Service (NLS)qualifications preferred. 
• Knowledge and understanding of how to operate safety equipment (e.g. AED, Spinal Board) preferred. 
• Current working knowledge of Ontario Health Regulations related to pool operations as well as Ministry of Labour Standards preferred. 

Skills and Abilities

• Verbal communication skills including courtesy and tact.
• Customer service orientation and interpersonal skills.
• Instruction, planning and implementation of program skills. 

Working Conditions

• Continuous standing and/or walking. 
• Indoor pool environment; exposure to pool chemicals and warm temperatures. 
• Occasional heavy lifting/dragging. 
• In water demonstration of skill to participants. 

Responsibilities

• Instruct aquatic lessons and programs, ensuring that all standards are being adhered to while providing a safe, enjoyable environment. 
• Maintain accurate attendance records. 
• Plan lessons in accordance with HIGH FIVE ® Principles of Healthy Child Development and Water Safety Instructor and Life Saving Society Instructor standards. 
• Use core plans to structure the course of lessons throughout a session. 
• Prepare and follow lesson plans in advance of each class and as determined in Aquatic Manual Policies. 
• Ensure that all Health Regulations are obeyed regarding pool tests, patron numbers, etc. 
• Be knowledgeable about and follow the policies and procedures in the Aquatics Staff Manual. 
• Be knowledgeable about the Department of Parks, Recreation and Culture and respond in a positive manner to questions and inquiries from the public. 
• Complete all required paperwork including mid-session reports, final reports, class worksheets and tracking. 
• Advise the Supervisor, Aquatics or Manager, Recreation Culture and Events or Manager, Parks and Facilities respectively of any problems related to equipment, pool maintenance, programs or public inquiries. 
• Maintain Aquatic certifications as outlined below and participate in all scheduled staff training. 
• Follow Aquatic Instructor procedures at all times while on duty and shall maintain attentiveness to participants.  
• Adhere to high standards of ethical behaviour and demonstrate their understanding that their personal actions impact the public’s perception of the Municipality. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Aquatics or designate. 

Submit an Application

Please submit your cover letter and resume online at Careers - Municipality of Port Hope by Thursday August 14, 2025. 

Recruitment Process

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