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Lifeguard & Swim Instructor

@ JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTRE OF GREATER VANCOUVER

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Vancouver, British Columbia

$22–$24/hrPer diem
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Overview

The Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver is hiring per-diem swim instructors and lifeguards for its aquatics team. The role combines teaching swim lessons to children and adults with lifeguarding and first aid response at the pool. Pay is $22 per hour for lifeguards and $24 per hour for instructors, with flexible part-time shifts that mix instruction and lifeguarding.

Pay:

$22–$24 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the safety and instruction of pool members and guests
  • First responder in emergencies and provides first aid as needed
  • Teaches swimming lessons to children and adults
  • Performs maintenance and related work as required

Requirements summary:

  • Lifesaving Swim Instructor certification
  • National Lifeguard (NL Pool Option)
  • Standard First Aid within 2 years
  • CPR C/AED within 1 year
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada, over age 16

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Employer posting date
2026-11-02
First seen by our source
2026-11-02
Source record updated
2026-11-07

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentCustomer service
Travelair: none · ground: none
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer none
Licences & certificationsLifesaving Swim Instructor, National Lifeguard (NL Pool Option), Standard First Aid
Background checksvulnerable sector

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JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTRE OF GREATER VANCOUVER

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Full company description

The JCC of Greater Vancouver offers exceptional cultural, educational, recreational and social programs and services. Everyone is welcome to join our diverse community and enjoy our fitness programs, aquatics, pre-school and daycare, camp, dance and music classes, arts and culture, and holiday events for children, adults, seniors and families.

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Reported office locations
  • 950 W 41st Ave, Vancouver, British Columbia, CA
Business categories
  • Religion
  • Communities
  • Education
Other recorded names
  • JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTRE OF GREATER VANCOUVER
  • Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver
Specialties
  • Community Centre
  • Fitness
  • Library
  • Art Gallery
  • Theatre
  • Early Education
  • Camp
  • Inclusion
  • Fitness
  • Aquatics
  • Performing Arts
  • Music
  • Dance
  • Culture
  • Israeli Culture
  • Jewish Education
  • Sports
  • Preschool
  • Daycare
  • and 55+
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The JCC of Greater Vancouver offers exceptional cultural, educational, recreational and social programs and services. Everyone is welcome to join our diverse community and enjoy our fitness programs, aquatics, pre-school and daycare, camp, dance and music classes, arts and culture, and holiday events for children, adults, seniors and families.

FieldValue
IndustryWellness and Fitness Services
Company size51-200 employees
HeadquartersVancouver, British Columbia
Organization typeNonprofit
Year founded1928
SpecialtiesCommunity CentreFitnessLibraryArt GalleryTheatreEarly EducationCampInclusionFitnessAquatics
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Job description

The Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver is currently recruiting enthusiastic Swim Instructors and Lifeguards to join our professional Aquatics team!

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the safety and instruction of Members and Guests using the pool at the JCC

  • First responder in case of an emergency and providing First Aid as needed throughout the facility

  • Passion for teaching swimming lessons and working with children and adults

  • Perform maintenance and related work, as required

  • Flexible schedule. Regular part-time hours are available. Most shifts will include a mix of instruction and lifeguarding duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Lifesaving Swim Instructor

  • National Lifeguard (NL Pool Option)

  • Standard First Aid (within 2 years)

  • CPR C / AED (within 1 year)

  • Legally eligible to work in Canada

  • Over the age of 16

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience as a lifeguard, instructor or coach

  • Previous experience working with children & youth

  • Previous experience as a First Aid Attendant

  • LSI, Aquafit and/or other relevant certifications

We are searching for well rounded candidates who display strong skills in the areas of teamwork, communication, maturity, dependability, enthusiasm, and a passion for swimming

Interested candidates should Review our website

Lifeguard rate $22/hour; Instructor rate $24/hour

The successful candidate must clear a vulnerable sector criminal record check as a condition of employment.

Please submit your application by November 20, 2026. Resumes will be reviewed as they are received and qualified candidates may be contacted for interviews before the closing date.

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