Recreation Instructor (Aquatics)

Burnaby, City of

Posted today|Open until filled

About this job

Contract position teaching aquatic courses including lifesaving, swim instruction, and first aid. Role involves instructing certification courses and potentially assisting with staff training at multiple Burnaby pool facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Instruct Aquatic Leadership and Lifesaving courses such as LSI, SI, National Lifeguard - Pool Option, and Standard First Aid
Conduct re-certification clinics
Possibly assist with in-service training for existing Lifeguard/Instructor staff
Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

Current Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Trainer, Lifesaving Instructor Trainer, National Lifeguard Instructor, or First Aid Instructor certification at time of application
Valid Class 5 License for British Columbia (considered an asset)

At a glance

Contract Instructor position

Hours vary based on course; shifts up to 8 hours, 7:00 AM to 11:30 PM, Monday to Sunday, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays

Locations: Eileen Dailly Pool, Fred Randall Pool, Bonsor Recreation Centre, MacPherson Outdoor Pool, Kensington Outdoor Pool, Robert Burnaby Outdoor Pool, Central Outdoor Pool, Cameron Community Centre (when built), Burnaby Lake Aquatic Centre (when built)

Competition remains open until filled

Professional certificates required at interview

Summarized from the official posting. See the full posting below or apply for complete details.

Job details

Salary

Experience Level

Mid level

Municipality

Burnaby, City of

Province

British Columbia

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Posting

Posted

October 8, 2026

Still listed

Confirmed on the employer's site October 8, 2026

Deadline

Open until filled

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