Employment Terms: Part-Time or Full-Time, 1-Year ContractStart Date: September 2025 (flexible)Join a dynamic and vibrant community where you're not just working, but are inspired to grow, create, and make a difference every step of the way! At Branksome Hall, a leading IB World School for girls in Toronto, you'll be working in an atmosphere that thrives on innovation, collaboration and creativity. Our core values — Sense of Community, Inclusiveness, Creativity, and Making a Difference — will ignite your passion and inspire you to reach new professional heights.The Opportunity:Join our team as a Swim/Lifesaving Instructor for the 2025-26 academic year! We're seeking part-time and full-time Swim Instructors to work 4-16 hours per week or 20-35 hours a week in the state-of-the-art pool within our Athletic and Wellness Centre. Reporting into the Aquatic Leads, you'll be part of a motivated and certified aquatics team, ensuring the safety and quality of our programming. Shifts will vary on weekdays and weekends to support our curricular and auxiliary programs, and the contract will have the opportunity to renew based on performance and programming needs.Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to:Ensuring the safety of all patrons using the Athletics and Wellness Centre’s swimming poolsProvides instructional swimming lessons to various age groups following established curriculumPlan, organize, and implement lesson plans and evaluationsOversee the delivery of swimming lessons to ensure classes are following the established curriculumDeliver aquatic programming to ensure lessons and special events are executed smoothlyMaintain direct contact with swimmers and communicate with them in an effective and age appropriate mannerProvide a high level of customer service to all participants and families, communicating effectively by providing information about the program and related policies and proceduresAct as the first responder in case of an emergency and provide First Aid as needed throughout the pool areaAlert the Deck Supervisor and respond to any emergency situations, following established protocols, then reporting all incidents and concerns to the Aquatic LeadsEnforce and ensure all pool policies, procedures, and safety regulations are adhered toMonitor designated pool areas and is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the pool deck, changing rooms and shower facilities (e.g. picking up equipment and safely storing it, picking up towels and debris etc.)Administrative tasks to support staff and Physical Education facultyPerforms maintenance and related work to ensure the pool deck and equipment are clean and well-maintained for use, as requiredComplete mandatory staff training before every Fall (October-December), Winter (January-March), Spring (April-June) sessionCandidate Profile:Active Standard First Aid & CPR ‘C’ with AED (issued from Lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross, St John’s Ambulance, or Canadian Ski Patrol)Lifesaving Society Swim/Lifesaving InstructorMust possess knowledge of the rules and regulation governing safety in an indoor pool facilityKnowledge and practice of Lifesaving, Lifeguarding, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First AidEnjoy working with children and youthDemonstrated ability to handle a variety of service situations in a busy aquatic facilityCapable of responding to and making decisions in an emergency situationPrevious experience as a Lifeguard and/or experience instructing the Lifesaving Society’s Swim for Life program, or other Swim Program is an asset;Additional Lifesaving Society’s certification such as Lifesaving Instructor, Lifesaving Coach-Level 1, and Pool Operator-Level 1 is an asset.Working Conditions:Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, and weekendsRequired to move, lift, carry, pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 40 pounds without assistanceStand, sit or walk for an extended period of timeReach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting and pullingMove on sloping, uneven or slippery surfacesTarget Hiring Range: $22.87 HourlyHow to Apply:Bring your vision, passion and creativity to Branksome Hall. Tell us about yourself and how you will make a difference in the lives of girls by submitting your application to our .Please name any document you are uploading during the application process with your First and Last Name and type of document (eg: resume, cover letter).Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis beginning September 9, 2025 and the posting will remain active until the position is filled.Please be advised that a closed AI system may be employed in our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and the review of all candidates. While this technology helps us assess qualifications, our team actively reviews outcomes to identify and address any potential assumptions or biases throughout the process.Applications (resume and cover letter) can also be sent to:Branksome Hall – Human Resources10 Elm AvenueToronto, OntarioM4W 1N4Branksome Hall is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the position. Branksome Hall is strongly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion within its community and welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with (dis)abilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas, and champion diversity in its broadest sense. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates engaging in all parts of the recruitment and selection process at Branksome Hall.We thank all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.To learn more about Branksome Hall, visit our website at: .
