Aquatics Instructor - Langley, Canada - Township of Langley

Township of Langley

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Langley, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Join a "Community of Communities" - the Township of Langley, home to approximately 150,000 residents, is committed to providing progressive business, housing, and recreational opportunities, while balancing its unique mix of urban growth and rural beauty.

A truly fun and beautiful place to work, the Township of Langley offers competitive salaries; excellent benefit packages; municipal pension plan; employee wellness programs; and, opportunities for professional development and career growth.

The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for up to twenty auxiliary Aquatics Instructors to join our team of professionals in the Recreation Division, Recreation Programs and Services Department.

Reporting to the Community Recreation Manager, in this unionized position you will perform aquatic instruction and assist in a variety of recreational aquatics programs for all age groups.

Responsibilities:

Conduct and lead instructional recreation aquatic programs for all age ranges and for a variety of community groups

Ensure the safety of patrons participating in swimming lessons

Prepare and maintain records and reports

Ensure compliance of regulations governing public conduct within recreational facilities and activities

Provide routine information to the public regarding programs and facilities

Perform related work as required

Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 10 and completion of Pool Operator's and/or Lifesaving Society Instructor courses; or an equivalent combination of training and experienc

Sound knowledge of the theory and practice of lifesaving, artificial respiration and first aid

Working knowledge of teaching methods, including group leadership techniques emphasizing instruction in water safety and aquatic skills

Ability to display sound aquatic skills and to instruct in these skills set by relevant authorities

Working knowledge of community recreation principles and practices, including safe and proper use of equipment and facilities is necessary in this position

Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor Certification

National Lifeguard Pool Certificate

Standard First Aid, AED and CPR Level 'C' Certification

Minimum age of sixteen (16) years

The CUPE rate of pay for this position is $ $29.52 per hour (5 steps, 2023 rates), plus 13.5% in lieu of benefits.

The hours of work are non-standard hours and/or non-standard work weeks.

If you wish to pursue this exciting career in a growing community, please visit to apply.

Internal/External closing date for this competition: August 8, 2023