Swim Instructor
- Markham, ON, Canada
Part-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Part-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
WD Swim is a swim school serving children and adults across the Greater Toronto Area. We focus on creating positive, confidence-building learning experiences that help swimmers develop skills safely and steadily in the water.
As a Swim Instructor, you will play an important role in helping swimmers of different ages and abilities build technique, confidence, and water safety awareness. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys teaching, communicating clearly, and creating a supportive environment where students can progress at their own pace.
Responsibilities- Teach safe, engaging swimming lessons for children and adult learners.
- Assess swimmer abilities and adapt instruction to individual skill levels.
- Demonstrate swimming techniques, water safety practices, and proper pool etiquette.
- Closely monitor swimmers and maintain a safe, supportive learning environment.
- Clearly communicate student progress and lesson feedback to parents.
- Strong swimming ability and solid knowledge of water safety practices.
- Eligibility to work in Canada.
- Ability to commute within 25 miles of the teaching area.
- Availability to work shifts after 4pm.
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED certification.
- Current swim instructor certification from a recognized aquatic organization.
- Valid National Lifeguard certification.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching safe and engaging swimming lessons to children and adults while assessing individual skill levels. They must also demonstrate proper swimming techniques and water safety practices while maintaining a supportive learning environment.
Requirements
Candidates must possess strong swimming abilities and be eligible to work in Canada with the ability to commute to the teaching area. Preferred qualifications include valid First Aid, CPR-C/AED, and recognized swim instructor or lifeguard certifications.
Skills
- Swimming instruction
- Water safety
- First aid
- CPR
- AED
- Communication
- Student assessment
- Instructional adaptation
- Pool etiquette
- Lesson planning
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Categories
- Sports & Recreation
- Education
Keywords
- Swim Instructor
- Water Safety
- First Aid
- CPR-C
- AED
- National Lifeguard
- Aquatic Organization
- Swimming Techniques
- Instruction
- Child Development
- Adult Education
- Pool Etiquette