Assistant Instructor and Lifeguard / Instructor and Lifeguard

Ville de Pointe-Claire

Department mission


The mission of the Culture, Sports, Leisure and Community Development Department is to improve quality of life by promoting accessibility, participation, and integration of all citizens through the provision of excellent community, cultural, sports and recreational facilities, activities, and services.

Responsibilities and goals associated with the position


The Assistant Instructor and Lifeguard will teach swimming lesson techniques to young children at the 4 lowest levels of the Olympic Way Program and guard the pool with an Instructor – Lifeguard

The Instructor and Lifeguard will teach swimming lesson techniques to children (5 months and up) and adults, as well as lifeguard the pool.

The jobholder’s main responsibilities are as follows:


  • Be responsible for the safety and security of our clients.
  • Initiate the emergency action plan and emergency evacuation, when necessary.
  • Complete student assessments according to Olympic Way program.
  • Communicate with parents as necessary.
  • Attend all staff trainings.


Working Hours

Variable summer hours. Minimum of 8 hours per week during fall, winter and spring sessions



Days, evenings and weekends


Start date:


September 2025


How to apply

To apply for this position, go to and click on “Explore available jobs”. You must submit your application no later than August 12, 2025

Requirements – Assistant Lifeguard and Instructor

  • Must be at least 15 years old
  • Valid Bronze Cross award
  • Ability to work in a team setting as well as individually
  • Good communicator with demonstrated enthusiasm for working with young people
  • Bilingual (English and French)

Requirements – Lifeguard and Instructor

  • Must be at least 16 years old
  • Valid National Lifeguard award
  • Ability to work in a team setting as well as individually
  • Good communicator with demonstrated enthusiasm for working with young people
  • Bilingual (English and French)

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