- Ensure all safety and lifeguarding procedures are adhered to and respond in the event of an emergency as trained by the Association and the Lifesaving Society
- Develop and implement sequential weekly lesson plans
- Deliver course content and examine participants following established YMCA criteria
- Recognize participant learning styles and deliver content accordingly
- Communicate child's progress to parents or guardians through written and verbal report cards
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date weekly progress sheets and records for participants
- Ensure qualifications and certifications required by the YMCA and regulatory standards remain current at all times
- Complete a safety check of lifesaving equipment prior to each shift
- Ensure Health & Safety procedures are followed and contribute to the cleaning, safety, and maintenance of camp sites
- Set up and take down recreational, program, and other equipment as required, checking that equipment is safe and in good repair, reporting and removing damaged equipment immediately
- Attend all staff trainings and meetings, arriving on time and actively participating to contribute to the development of all camp staff
- Act as a positive role model for campers and fellow staff by embodying YMCA values, policies, procedures, Day Camp guidelines, and Ontario Camping Association standards
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Current Certifications in the following Lifesaving Society awards: National Lifeguard (NL) Award, Standard First Aid & CPR level "C"
- Current YMCA or Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor certification
- Previous experience lifeguarding and instructing swim lessons is an asset
- YMCA Outdoor Centre or Day Camp experience is an asset
- Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort, including lifting up to 50 lbs. by bending, carrying, pushing, and pulling
- Excellent communication skills and ability to lead a group of children
- Demonstrated ability to work well both independently and in a team environment
- Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with families, staff, and volunteers
- Flexibility regarding assigned hours of work, weekday afternoons, evenings and weekends
- Minimum age 17 years old by December 31st
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
- 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
- YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter
Swim Instructor - King - Ymcagta
Description
Work Hours: On call as needed
Employment Type: Seasonal Contract - 3.5 months (Existing Vacancy)
Number of Vacancies: Multiple
Anticipated Start Date: June 1, 2026
Deadline to Apply: April 10, 2026 at 5:00pm
Be the Spark Join our passionate team at YMCA Cedar Glen where we have been providing our program for over 20 years
The Swim Instructor position delivers and assesses lessons using the YMCA Swim Lesson program curriculum and resources. Instructors develop weekly lesson plans tailored to the unique needs of each participant while maintaining a safe and engaging environment at all times. When not teaching, instructors serve as Lifeguards, ensuring the aquatic environment remains safe and compliant with YMCA standards and regulatory requirements.
In this role, you will:
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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 child care, 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 candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.
In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks here .
If you are hired, prior to your start date and as a condition of your employment, you will be required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a valid medical or other Human Rights Code-related exemption.
The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.
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