Aquatic Leadership Instructor (Temporary Term Position up to 3 months)
Top Benefits
About the role
Role: As an Aquatic Leadership Instructor your goal will be to lead exceptional aquatic leadership certification courses for our customers using Lifesaving Society Program Model Design. This role is a temporary term up to 3 months.
Reports to: Aquatic Programming & Operations Manager & Aquatic Specialty and Leadership Coordinator
What’s In It for You:
- Free facility access based on hours worked plus a variety of free and discounted programs & services.
- Employee recognition program.
- Annual staff events including BBQs, Corporate Challenge, December holiday party and many more.
- Free parking and close to transit with a C-train and bus stop steps away.
What You Will Do:
Instruction & Program Delivery
- Teach Lifesaving Society Bronze-level, Intermediate First Aid, and CPR courses in a safe, engaging, and effective manner.
- Teach Lifesaving Society leadership-level courses including: National lifeguard, Swim Instructor and Lifesaving Instructor, First Aid Instructor, National lifeguard Instructor, Sport Coach 1, Swim Abilities, and other higher-level courses if applicable to current certifications.
- Maintain a high standard of customer engagement and ensure a positive learning environment for all participants.
- Develop and integrate new, innovative teaching methods and activities through the use of both internal and external resources.
- Maintain the necessary level of fitness to demonstrate and perform the practical elements of instruction.
- Stay up-to-date on the Lifesaving Society updates for course deliveries
Professionalism & Team Integration
- Present a professional appearance and attitude at all times by wearing the appropriate uniform and demonstrating leadership both on and off deck.
- Demonstrate effective and timely communication with supervisors, coworkers, and participants.
- Show willingness to integrate into the team and openness to learn from other team members.
- Attend and participate in all scheduled in-services and professional development opportunities.
- Display a commitment to continuous improvement and pursue higher levels of certification or technical skills as required.
Safety & Administration
- Be responsible for participant safety, including keeping the group together and prepared to evacuate in case of a medical emergency.
- Prepare and maintain accurate activity reports, test sheets, and administrative documentation, ensuring all fields are properly filled out and signed.
- Submit all important documentation to the Aquatic Specialty and Leadership Coordinator within a 24-hour period after completion of the course taught.
- Submit quarterly availability by the designated deadline to support effective scheduling.
- Collaborate closely with the Aquatic Specialty and Leadership Coordinator and Aquatic Shift Leaders in the development and growth of aquatic programs, both short and long term.
What You’ll Need:
- Lifesaving Instructor Certification (current), National Lifeguard (any option) (current) required
- CPR C and Standard First Aid (recertified within 2 years) required
- Previous work experience in an aquatic instructor role (1 year) required
- At least one of: Swim instructor, National Lifeguard Instructor Certification (current), Lifesaving First Aid Instructor, Swim instructor Trainer and/or Trainer of any discipline is an asset
- Excellent customer engagement, public relations, teamwork, communication, problem solving, judgment, and the ability to deal with conflict diplomatically will help ensure your success
- A high sense of urgency, ability to think clearly while handling multiple priorities in emergency situations
- All Aquatic Leadership Instructors are required to work a minimum of one course(s) every session (at least one full course as opposed to a recertification)
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
We value the uniqueness and perspectives of all employees and are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives to create a feeling of belonging for all of our team members at MNP Community & Sport Centre. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. MNP Community & Sport Centre provides support in its recruitment process to candidates with disabilities; including accommodation, that takes into account candidates’ accessibility needs. Please connect with our Human Resources team if you require accommodation within the recruitment process.
All candidates applying to MNP Community & Sport Centre must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Not the right fit? Search for Aquatic Leadership Instructor jobs in Calgary, AB
About MNP Community & Sport Centre
MNP Community & Sport Centre, formerly Repsol Sport Centre will continue to push the boundaries on sports excellence; driving innovation in training and competition, and building upon our world-class reputation as the best place to TRAIN for excellence, COMPETE with champions and PLAY hard all under one roof.
Every organizational goal and strategy contributes to strengthening our world class brand. We are driven by our focus on sport and people, and growing our 35 year reputation for offering state of the art programs and services for high performance and recreational athletes of Calgary.
Dual Mandate MNP Community & Sport Centre operates under a dual mandate as directed by The City of Calgary to support both Members and Sport Partner Athletes. We are in constant pursuit to successfully balance our dual mandate and are proud to offer our facility and services to these diverse groups. We appreciate and thank all our members and customers for helping us achieve this.
Mission PASSIONATE ABOUT SPORT - AND PEOPLE - AND COMMUNITY.
Vision MNP Community & Sport Centre is a world class sport and fitness facility that inspires individuals and teams to achieve their goals and dreams through innovation, expertise and passion.
Values SAFETY – Creating a safe environment is our number one priority. It is beyond compromise and we are responsible to ensure everyone is protected. LEGENDARY SERVICE – The strength of our team, and respect we show for each other, empowers Repsol Sport Centre employees to continually exceed expectations of our customers and create meaningful and unique experiences, setting us apart from the competition. EXCELLENCE – A journey of fulfillment of the organization’s strategic goals, continually raising the bar in all aspects of our business operations to forever create new competitive advantages. INNOVATION – Bold thinking that challenges, changes and enhances the organization.
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Aquatic Leadership Instructor (Temporary Term Position up to 3 months)
Top Benefits
About the role
Role: As an Aquatic Leadership Instructor your goal will be to lead exceptional aquatic leadership certification courses for our customers using Lifesaving Society Program Model Design. This role is a temporary term up to 3 months.
Reports to: Aquatic Programming & Operations Manager & Aquatic Specialty and Leadership Coordinator
What’s In It for You:
- Free facility access based on hours worked plus a variety of free and discounted programs & services.
- Employee recognition program.
- Annual staff events including BBQs, Corporate Challenge, December holiday party and many more.
- Free parking and close to transit with a C-train and bus stop steps away.
What You Will Do:
Instruction & Program Delivery
- Teach Lifesaving Society Bronze-level, Intermediate First Aid, and CPR courses in a safe, engaging, and effective manner.
- Teach Lifesaving Society leadership-level courses including: National lifeguard, Swim Instructor and Lifesaving Instructor, First Aid Instructor, National lifeguard Instructor, Sport Coach 1, Swim Abilities, and other higher-level courses if applicable to current certifications.
- Maintain a high standard of customer engagement and ensure a positive learning environment for all participants.
- Develop and integrate new, innovative teaching methods and activities through the use of both internal and external resources.
- Maintain the necessary level of fitness to demonstrate and perform the practical elements of instruction.
- Stay up-to-date on the Lifesaving Society updates for course deliveries
Professionalism & Team Integration
- Present a professional appearance and attitude at all times by wearing the appropriate uniform and demonstrating leadership both on and off deck.
- Demonstrate effective and timely communication with supervisors, coworkers, and participants.
- Show willingness to integrate into the team and openness to learn from other team members.
- Attend and participate in all scheduled in-services and professional development opportunities.
- Display a commitment to continuous improvement and pursue higher levels of certification or technical skills as required.
Safety & Administration
- Be responsible for participant safety, including keeping the group together and prepared to evacuate in case of a medical emergency.
- Prepare and maintain accurate activity reports, test sheets, and administrative documentation, ensuring all fields are properly filled out and signed.
- Submit all important documentation to the Aquatic Specialty and Leadership Coordinator within a 24-hour period after completion of the course taught.
- Submit quarterly availability by the designated deadline to support effective scheduling.
- Collaborate closely with the Aquatic Specialty and Leadership Coordinator and Aquatic Shift Leaders in the development and growth of aquatic programs, both short and long term.
What You’ll Need:
- Lifesaving Instructor Certification (current), National Lifeguard (any option) (current) required
- CPR C and Standard First Aid (recertified within 2 years) required
- Previous work experience in an aquatic instructor role (1 year) required
- At least one of: Swim instructor, National Lifeguard Instructor Certification (current), Lifesaving First Aid Instructor, Swim instructor Trainer and/or Trainer of any discipline is an asset
- Excellent customer engagement, public relations, teamwork, communication, problem solving, judgment, and the ability to deal with conflict diplomatically will help ensure your success
- A high sense of urgency, ability to think clearly while handling multiple priorities in emergency situations
- All Aquatic Leadership Instructors are required to work a minimum of one course(s) every session (at least one full course as opposed to a recertification)
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
We value the uniqueness and perspectives of all employees and are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives to create a feeling of belonging for all of our team members at MNP Community & Sport Centre. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. MNP Community & Sport Centre provides support in its recruitment process to candidates with disabilities; including accommodation, that takes into account candidates’ accessibility needs. Please connect with our Human Resources team if you require accommodation within the recruitment process.
All candidates applying to MNP Community & Sport Centre must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Not the right fit? Search for Aquatic Leadership Instructor jobs in Calgary, AB
About MNP Community & Sport Centre
MNP Community & Sport Centre, formerly Repsol Sport Centre will continue to push the boundaries on sports excellence; driving innovation in training and competition, and building upon our world-class reputation as the best place to TRAIN for excellence, COMPETE with champions and PLAY hard all under one roof.
Every organizational goal and strategy contributes to strengthening our world class brand. We are driven by our focus on sport and people, and growing our 35 year reputation for offering state of the art programs and services for high performance and recreational athletes of Calgary.
Dual Mandate MNP Community & Sport Centre operates under a dual mandate as directed by The City of Calgary to support both Members and Sport Partner Athletes. We are in constant pursuit to successfully balance our dual mandate and are proud to offer our facility and services to these diverse groups. We appreciate and thank all our members and customers for helping us achieve this.
Mission PASSIONATE ABOUT SPORT - AND PEOPLE - AND COMMUNITY.
Vision MNP Community & Sport Centre is a world class sport and fitness facility that inspires individuals and teams to achieve their goals and dreams through innovation, expertise and passion.
Values SAFETY – Creating a safe environment is our number one priority. It is beyond compromise and we are responsible to ensure everyone is protected. LEGENDARY SERVICE – The strength of our team, and respect we show for each other, empowers Repsol Sport Centre employees to continually exceed expectations of our customers and create meaningful and unique experiences, setting us apart from the competition. EXCELLENCE – A journey of fulfillment of the organization’s strategic goals, continually raising the bar in all aspects of our business operations to forever create new competitive advantages. INNOVATION – Bold thinking that challenges, changes and enhances the organization.