Are you a water-loving, enthusiastic individual with a passion for teaching? Are you looking for a side-job with flexible hours and good pay? Dive into this exciting opportunity to join our team as an Swim Instructor for Coastal Waves Swim School as we expand our services to our first location in Burnaby!
Position: Independent Contractor Swim Instructor
Location: 9304 Salish Ct, Burnaby, BC V3J 7B5
Type: Part-time, contractual
About Us: We're a dynamic team of experienced swim instructors, all with over five years of aquatic experience. We are dedicated to making a splash in the world of swimming education and our mission is to bring the joy of swimming to every corner of the Lower Mainland. Boasting 5-star reviews and a well-known reputation, we're the go-to choice for swim instruction. We are looking for an experienced instructor to join our team and teach high-quality swimming lessons to kids and adults!
Pay: $30-35/hour
Expected hours:
Aug, Sept,Oct, Nov,Dec 2026
- Tues 4pm -9pm
- Wed 7pm-9pm
- Thurs 7pm-9pm
* Please note that the shifts are offered year-round, so if you would like to keep these hours into 2027 we would consider that greatly!
Responsibilities:
- Provide effective instruction under the Lifesaving Society “Swim for Life” program with a few “Coastal Waves” twists
- Develop lesson plans and instructional materials tailored to the needs of each student
- Teach proper swimming techniques, including strokes, breathing, and floating
- Facilitate a fun and safe learning environment for students.
- Build rapport with students and their families, fostering a love for swimming that lasts a lifetime.
- Maintain accurate records of the students’ progress to write detailed progress cards at the end of the swim term.
- Asset: Able to teach beginner group adult lessons
Requirements:
- +5 years experience as a swim instructor preferred
- Lifesaving Society Certified with a passion for teaching all ages and abilities.
- CPR and First Aid certification (optional).
- Available on Tues 4-9pm, Wed + Thurs 7pm-9pm
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently
Perks:
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities: Grow your skills and make waves in your career by getting consistent feedback from the experienced owner herself!
- Grow with us: As our swim school continues to grow, we are able to offer you more and more clients!
- Mobile opportunities: Looking to pick up extra hours? You can be one of our Mobile instructors across the Lower Mainland! This is where you travel to clients' condos/backyard pools to teach swimming lessons
How to Apply:
Ready to dive in? Send us your resume and a cover letter telling us why you're the perfect catch for this role. We are currently only looking to hire for 1-2 position, so let us know why you stand out from other candidates!
Job Types: Part-time, Casual
Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have a personal vehicle?
- Briefly describe your experience teaching swimming lessons to beginner adults?
- Briefly describe your experience teaching swimming lessons to children?
- Are you interested in being a mobile instructor as well? If so, please list all the cities you are able to teach at (ie. Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey...)
- We are looking for someone to commit to all 3 days, Tues 4-9pm, Wed & Thurs 7-9pm. Can you make all those dates starting Aug 1 into Christmas, then 2027 onwards?
Experience:
- swim instructor: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor certification (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
