Aquatics Instructor Tier III

Job summary

Job Description: # **About the Department** Mount Royal University Cougars Athletics and Recreation takes an inclusive, student-centered approach in offering groups and individuals opportunities to bolster their health and wellness through a wide range of programming and activities ranging from beginner sports enthusiast to our eight Cougars varsity athletic programs. # **About the Role** Reporting to the Aquatic Centre Supervisor and Coordinator, the Instructor Tier III provides all participants with safe, fun, professional-led courses. They must do so following Lifesaving and CAR standa…

Job details

Job Description: # **About the Department** Mount Royal University Cougars Athletics and Recreation takes an inclusive, student-centered approach in offering groups and individuals opportunities to bolster their health and wellness through a wide range of programming and activities ranging from beginner sports enthusiast to our eight Cougars varsity athletic programs. # **About the Role** Reporting to the Aquatic Centre Supervisor and Coordinator, the Instructor Tier III provides all participants with safe, fun, professional-led courses. They must do so following Lifesaving and CAR standards. ## **Responsibilities** **1. Instruction and Program Delivery (75%)** - Plan, organize, and deliver programs in accordance with CAR and Lifesaving Society standards. - Demonstrate proper techniques effectively for participants of varying skill levels. - Adapt instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs. - Evaluate participant performance and provide constructive feedback. - Maintain a safe learning environment by enforcing facility rules, modeling professionalism, and ensuring proper use of equipment. - Ensure the safety of all participants during instructional sessions through vigilant supervision, risk assessment, and proactive intervention. **2. Customer Service and Public Relations (10%)** - Foster positive relationships with participants through clear communication and a professional demeanor. - Address participant questions and concerns promptly and professionally. - Consult Aquatic Leadership Programmer and Lifesaving Society as needed. **3. Administrative (10%)** - Complete all administrative documentation accurately and on time, including attendance, evaluation forms, certification paperwork, and course records. - Maintain current certifications. ## **Qualifications** Successful applicants in this position must be at least 18 years old, hold a Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor Trainer certification or National Lifeguard Instructor certification, and a valid Standard First Aid with CPR-C/AED and First Aid Instructor certification. This position requires the ability to work days, evenings, and weekends. **Preference is given to applicants who also hold multiple of the above-listed certifications and are students.** **Salary:** $30.16 per hour **Closing Date:** May 29, 2026 **A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).**

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• assessment · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Clear Communication · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Administrative · Preferred
• Customer · Preferred