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Swim Instructor

  • Halifax, NS
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 8, 2026
  • 1 position

$18–$20 / hour

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Employment type
Part-time
Experience level
Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education
Professional degree
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Swim Instructor is responsible for leading engaging swimming lessons for students of all ages and skill levels. They must also ensure a safe swimming environment by enforcing water safety protocols and tracking student progress.

Job details

Calling all swimming gurus!! We are seeking an extraordinary Swim Instructor to join our swim program in Halifax. As the Swim Instructor, you will be delivering exceptional lessons, and ensuring a fantastic swimming experience for all. This is a part-time position with available shift times on Sundays and Wednesdays. Additional shifts available as substitute instructor. Responsibilities: Lead and facilitate engaging swimming lessons for students of all ages and skill levels, from tadpoles to seasoned mermaids and mermen. Bring your expertise to the pool deck and demonstrate impeccable swimming techniques and strokes with style and finesse. Follow and implement our innovative lesson plans that make a splash with our students and keep them hooked on swimming. Ensure a safe and secure swimming environment by maintaining constant vigilance and enforcing our water safety protocols. Make a splash of fun by creating a positive and lively atmosphere that encourages laughter, and a love for swimming. Keep track of student progress, provide constructive feedback, and celebrate milestones as they master new swimming skills. Qualifications: Dive into this opportunity armed with a certification in CPR-C, Standard First Aid, and National Lifeguard Certificate. Show off your swimming power with previous experience as a swim instructor, leading the way with your exceptional teaching skills. Flex those swimming muscles and demonstrate proficiency in a wide range of strokes and swimming techniques. Embody professionalism, reliability, and punctuality, always ready to make a big splash. Get ready to make waves as our Swim Instructor Extraordinaire! We can't wait to see your amazing skills and infectious enthusiasm.

What you’ll do

The Swim Instructor is responsible for leading engaging swimming lessons for students of all ages and skill levels. They must also ensure a safe swimming environment by enforcing water safety protocols and tracking student progress.

Requirements

Candidates must hold certifications in CPR-C, Standard First Aid, and a National Lifeguard Certificate. Previous experience as a swim instructor and proficiency in various swimming techniques are required.

Listed skills

  • Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Swimming instruction
  • Water safety
  • CPR-C
  • Standard First Aid
  • National Lifeguard Certificate
  • Lesson planning
  • Student progress tracking
  • Communication
  • Safety enforcement
  • Professionalism
  • Lifeguard Certification
  • Constructive Feedback
  • First Aid
  • Teaching
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Innovation
  • Lesson Planning
  • Punctuality
  • Reliability
  • Enthusiasm

Job areas

  • Sports & Recreation
  • Education
  • Swim Instructor
  • Coach
  • Sports Coaches, Instructors and Officials
  • Coaches and Scouts

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