Kamloops Bc Swim instructor Jobs – 2 Openings This Week

Swim Coach - Kamloops
Canucks Autism Network Society —Kamloops, BC
- $27 an hour
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with children
- First Aid Certification
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Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
YMCA BC —Kamloops, BC
- $19.37 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Sanitation
- First Aid Certification
- Employee assistance program
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Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
YMCA BC —Kamloops, BC
Current Standard First Aid certificate (valid within 3 years). CPR level C and & AED certificate (valid within 1 year).
$19.37 an hour
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Responsible to coordinate and run the swim program to meet the needs of each location. Work directly with the public and provide administrative functions.
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AQUA ELITE —Whitby, ON
Responsible to coordinate and run the swim program to meet the needs of each location. Work directly with the public and provide administrative functions.
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Swim Coach - Kamloops

Canucks Autism Network Society -
Kamloops, BC

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Job details

$27 an hour

Qualifications

Facilitation
CPR Certification
Trauma-informed care
Coaching
Experience working with individuals with autism
Swimming
Experience working with children
First Aid Certification
Instructor-led training method
Lesson planning
Working with children and youth
Sports and fitness instruction experience
Team coordination
Aquatic program participants

Full job description

Wage: $27/hour + 10% in lieu of benefits

Schedule & Hours: Various schedules and hours based on program(s)

Locations: YMCA

Fall 2026 Available Programs:

Swim @ Kamloops YMCA: Sundays, October 18 to December 6, from 3:45 - 6:30 pm
Swim @ Kamloops YMCA: Tuesdays, October 13 to December 1, from 3:45 - 6:00 pm

Program opportunities are available year-round, and we recruit for each season closer to the start of the program. Specific program details will be provided during the recruitment process.

Position Description

Canucks Autism Network (CAN) is a charitable organization dedicated to building inclusive communities where individuals on the autism spectrum can thrive. Our vision is for every Autistic individual to be understood, accepted and supported in all community spaces. We engage a workforce of over 200 volunteers and 450 frontline staff to deliver programs for children, youth, and adults on the spectrum in communities across British Columbia. In total, there are over 20,100 Autistic individuals and family members accessing CAN programs in our registration system.

CAN is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Swim Coach to join our team. As a Coach you will lead the skill development of participants, implement CAN program curriculum, and create a positive and fun learning environment. Under the direction of our skilled Onsite Supervisors, Coaches are also responsible for providing guidance and leadership to the Support Workers and Volunteers assisting participants during program time. All Coaches receive in-house training, ongoing mentorship and training, and benefit from small class sizes.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may vary depending on program format and participant needs. Support Workers contribute to the overall success of programs by supporting participants, facilitating engagement, and collaborating with the team.

Program Instruction & Participant Engagement:

Creates and delivers organized lesson plans that match the program curriculum and participant needs.
Uses autism-informed coaching methods and adapts activities to support different abilities, communication styles, and sensory needs.
Creates a positive, supportive, and enjoyable learning environment.
Works with the Onsite Supervisor to ensure successful participant-staff matches.
Ensures activities run smoothly and that sessions start and end on time, including setup and cleanup.
Assesses swimming skills accurately and completes participant report cards.

Staff Supervision, Mentorship, & Communication:

Provides clear instructions and support to Support Workers and Volunteers during program activities.
Works closely with the Onsite Supervisor to meet participant needs and ensure programs run successfully.
Shares lesson plans and activity expectations with staff and volunteers ahead of time.
Helps ensure volunteers are assigned meaningful and productive roles within the program.
Models professionalism, teamwork, and respectful communication with participants, families, and coworkers.

Organization, Administration, & Professional Accountability:

Arrives prepared with the necessary equipment, lesson materials, and activity plans.
Reliably picks up, transports, and returns equipment on time.
Demonstrates good time management, organization, and attention to detail.
Follows program procedures, safety guidelines, and organizational expectations.
Adapts appropriately to changes in programming or participant needs.
Maintains a professional and dependable approach throughout the session.

Sustainable Work Practices and Wellbeing:

Engage in self-reflective practices and open communication with supervisors to support personal wellbeing, maintain healthy boundaries and contribute to a sustainable and supportive work environment.

Requirements:

Must be 16 years of age of older.
A minimum of 1 year experience in coaching children/youth sport(s) and/or leading and planning group activities in a recreational setting
Must have a valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certification (at minimum)
Able to provide appropriate references and a clear criminal record check
Must be comfortable at all pool depths

Must have valid:

Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Certification OR Red Cross WSI and Lifesaving Society Swim Transition Course
CPR-C and Standard First Aid Certification
Lifesaving Society NLS Pool Option (not required but an asset)

Knowledge, Assets and Skills:

Punctual and reliable: committed to 100% program attendance
Autism experience and knowledge an asset
Previous experience as a community swim coach an asset
Fun, enthusiastic, motivated, and a positive team player
Punctual and reliable: committed to 100% program attendance
Autism experience and knowledge an asset
Previous experience as a community swim coach an asset
Fun, enthusiastic, motivated, and a positive team player

Approach

Committed to treating Autistic children with dignity, respect, and understanding in all interactions
Works in alignment with CAN’s neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed practices, prioritizing safety, choice and trust.
Collaborative, flexible, and supportive team member
Patient, enthusiastic, and responsive to participant needs
Open to feedback and commitment to ongoing learning, reflection and growth.

We thank all of those who apply but only those selected will be contacted for an interview.

Please note that all chosen candidates will need to successfully complete our online criminal record check to move forward in the hiring process. Additionally, successful candidates/new employees must complete all training and necessary paperwork prior to starting the program.

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