Job Type: Part-time (up to 24 hours per week)
Wage: $21.00-$23.00/hour
Location: ProssermanJCC (4588 Bathurst Street, North York ON)
Who We Are:
The Jewish Community Centre (JCC) is more than just a workplace—it’s a vibrant hub of culture, connection, and
community. As one of the largest engagement platforms in the Greater Toronto Area, we offer a diverse range of
programs, including arts, fitness, education, daycare, summer camps, and more.
With a bold goal to triple our community engagement by 2026, we are on a transformative path to become the
beating heart of Jewish life in the region. Join us in shaping the future of the JCC experience for 75,000+ people
annually!
Role Summary:
We're looking for a passionate and responsible Lifeguard/Swim Instructor to join our team! In this dual role, you'll
ensure the safety of all swimmers by maintaining vigilant supervision of aquatic areas, while also delivering
engaging, skill-based swim lessons for all ages and abilities. Ideal candidates are energetic, confident in the water,
and committed to creating a safe, inclusive, fun environment. If you love the water, enjoy teaching, and have a
strong sense of responsibility, this is the perfect opportunity to make a difference while doing what you love!
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides good customer service and engages with members, guests and students, promoting water safety
and being a positive representative of the JCC, encouraging continued engagement
- Ensures compliance and controls in lifeguarding and swim instructor functions
- Fosters positive parent and participant relationships, follows up on questions promptly and courteously
- Prepares lesson plans for each class, and writing report cards for all lesson participants
- Maintains complete and accurate records of incidents and accidents, swimming occurrences, daily
maintenance, opening and closing procedures, and follows up in a timely manner with appropriate action
- Provide first aid care and treatment as required for all minor and major incidents until the arrival of
emergency services
- Maintains constant surveillance creating a safe, supervised pool area, vigilant to minimize risks
- Maintains and cleans pool areas, washrooms, changerooms, etc.
Qualifications:
- Must hold a current and valid Lifesaving Society's National Lifeguard Certification AND Instructor
certification; certifications must be kept valid throughout employment.
- Valid Standard First Aid & CPR-C/AED Certification.
- Strong understanding and adherence to all legislated requirements, policies and procedures, including
emergency procedures and health and safety standards
- Models and practices HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Childhood Development
- Ability to pass a Vulnerable Sector Screening through Regional Police.
- Applicants must be at least 15 years of age.
- Experience with various age groups and children with special needs considered a strong asset.
Perks & Benefits:
- People-centred, flexible work environment that always puts your family and/or your personal life and
overall well-being first
- Discounts on membership and programming at the JCC
- Free Parking
