Aquatics Guard / Aquatics Instructor (Daytime Only)

Port Colborne, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 19, 2026
1 position

$18–$19 / hour

Opens an external site

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 lifeguard/instructor ensures the safety and well-being of facility users while facilitating swim instruction programs. They are responsible for maintaining clean, safe program areas and providing excellent member service in accordance with YMCA standards.

Job details

[https://ymcaofniagara.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Aquatics-Job-Posting.png] PART TIME AQUATICS GUARD / AQUATICS INSTRUCTOR Location Port Colborne YMCA Pay Guard: $18.47 per hour to start Instructor: $18.94 per hour to start YMCA Membership benefits upon hire Full-Time Benefits: * Includes 3 weeks paid vacation to start * Comprehensive employer-paid benefits after the qualifying period, including Extended Health, Dental, Long-Term Disability, Group Life and AD&D Employment Type Full Time: 35 – 40 hours per week Part Time: Up to 15 hours per week Daytime hours, with occasional early morning and weekend hours Vacancies Full Time: 1 Part Time: 2 Placement Date October 2026 WORK FOR A CHARITY THAT IGNITES THE POTENTIAL IN PEOPLE. EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. At the YMCA of Niagara, you’ll be part of a purpose-led organization with a clear focus on community well-being. Our work is powered by relationships and grounded in inclusion. We support people of all ages and circumstances with opportunities that build health, belonging, and connection so individuals and families can grow, lead, and give back. For more than 165 years, we have been part of the fabric of this region, evolving alongside Niagara and showing up where the need is greatest. With a presence in over 125 program sites, we continue to expand what well-being can look like, creating welcoming spaces where more people can participate and feel they belong. Guided by our shared values of caring, health, honesty, inclusiveness, respect, advocacy, and responsibility, the YMCA offers meaningful roles where your work is felt every day. If you’re ready to bring energy and care to a team that keeps moving forward, you’ll find purpose here. NATURE & SCOPE The YMCA Lifeguard/Instructor position plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals utilizing aquatic facilities while also facilitating swim instruction programs. This role requires a strong commitment to water safety, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for promoting physical fitness and aquatic skill development. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for providing excellent member service following Y WAY standards and principles. * To instruct by and follow YMCA Canada Swim Guidelines and Practices. * To lifeguard in accordance to YMCA of Niagara Guidelines and Practices, Ontario Health Regulations and TSSA Standards [where applicable]. * Support and work as part of a staff/volunteer team. * Responsible for the safety and security of the members and participants. * Participate with the children in a positive and supportive manner taking into consideration each child’s uniqueness. * Administrative duties associated with instructing and lifeguarding. * To keep program areas clean, organized and safe for everyone’s use. * Participate in training and adhere to the YMCA Child Protection Policies and Procedures as established by the YMCA of Niagara. QUALIFICATIONS: * Experience working with children in a recreational setting. * Current Intermediate First Aid with CPR C and AED – must be a certificate that meets O.Reg 565 Public Pool Regulations * Current NLS and YMCA Swim Instructors or equivalent and LS Lifesaving Instructors [within 2 years from date of issue]. * YMCA Aquatic Fitness certification or equivalent (recommended). * Advanced instructors would be an asset. * Applicants must have current qualifications as required by position. * Upon hiring, applicants 18 years of age and older must submit a clear and satisfactory criminal reference check inclusive of the vulnerable sector search (PVSC) issued for the YMCA of Niagara. COMPETENCIES: Commitment to Vision and Values Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and an appreciation for the mission, vision, values. Concern for Health and Safety Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction. Quality Focus Ensures that YMCA programs and services are superior. Service Orientation Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance every person’s YMCA experience. Teamwork Actively builds teams and encourages open relationships for maximum organizational effectiveness. APPLICATION PROCESS Interested applicants are invited to submit an application by noon on October 30, 2026. Only applications submitted through our online Applicant Tracking System (ATS) will be reviewed. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. YMCA of Niagara reserves the right to close the posting and proceed with a successful candidate at any time during the recruitment process. Internal applicants are encouraged to apply on our internal job board by logging into their UKG portal and navigating to Myself > My Company > View Opportunities. Internal applicants are also encouraged to notify their supervisor before applying. All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted by email. Accessibility accommodations and materials in alternate formats for individuals with disabilities can be arranged upon request. For more information on other opportunities at the YMCA of Niagara, please visit: ymcaofniagara.org

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold current certifications including Intermediate First Aid with CPR C/AED, NLS, and YMCA Swim Instructor or equivalent. A clear criminal reference check with a vulnerable sector search is required for applicants aged 18 and older.