Part-time Aquafit Instructor (Temporary) at City of St. Catharines

Join us to shape the future of St. Catharines!

At the City of St. Catharines, we are committed to realizing the vision outlined in Strategic Plan . Our goal is to cultivate a city that thrives on safety, innovation, sustainability, and caring—not just for today, but for generations to come. Join our team and be part of a meaningful journey to shape the future of our community, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the present.

Here is what you can count on when you work with us:

• Great People: Work with a supportive team and leadership focused on your success.
• Make Your Mark: Share your ideas, drive change, and leave a lasting impact through modernization efforts.
• Training & Development: Access training and development funds to support your professional growth.
• Competitive Pay: Receive competitive pay from a certified Ontario Living Wage Employer.
• Pension Plan: Enjoy enrollment in the OMERS pension plan with matched contributions.
• Balance & Benefits: Experience flexibility through our hybrid work environment, plus health, dental, and vision benefits (available to eligible employees).
  
  

Job Details

Job ID: 2023-31

Pay Rate: $30.76

Hours: Up to 24 hours per week

Schedule: Variable

Location: St. Catharines, ON

Work Mode: In Person

Employee Group: Non-Union

Position Type Permanent, Part-time

Duration: Ongoing

Posting Close Date: Until Filled

About The Role

Develops and delivers safe and enjoyable fitness instruction while following the guidelines of the certifying agency and in accordance with corporate and departmental policies, procedures, guidelines and standards. Educates patrons on fitness and safety and maintains a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants.

What You'll Be Doing

• Organize equipment and materials before and after each class.
• Create a friendly and positive learning environment for all new and existing participants.
• Deliver safe, effective fitness classes that create a pleasant exercising environment for customers and enable them to achieve their aquatic and fitness goals.
• Demonstrate skills and include a variety of progressive exercises that will allow for all fitness levels to participate.
• Keep current with industry trends and new class formats.
• Teach scheduled classes beginning and ending on time, providing adequate warmup, exercising, stretching and cool down.
• Instructs participants on effective workout methods; explains proper techniques, demonstrates exercises, identifies different muscle groups, and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles.
• Knowledge of water fitness teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, temp, cueing technique and rhythm.
• Be familiar with the facility’s emergency procedures and be confident of your own role in an emergency situation.
• Be prepared to assist in an emergency if one occurs.
• Contribute to a positive, motivated, energetic and enthusiastic work environment.
• Be self-motivated and a dependable team player.
• As a member of a team, promote and enable safe and enjoyable experiences for participants and guests of the facility through effective customer service.
• Represent the City of St. Catharines with a high level of professionalism.
• Complete accident and incident reports immediately following an accident or incident.
• Understand and follow all applicable facility, aquatic, municipal policy and procedures, including Health and Safety, to ensure the aquatic facility remains safe, clean and healthy.
• Communicate effectively and appropriately with patrons and guests of the facility as well as other municipal staff, including face to face, telephone, print and electronic communications.
  
  

Customer Care

• Greet guests as they enter the facility.
• Direct patrons, answer inquiries, remind people to shower and where to wait before their classes.
  
  

Reports to:

• Head Guard
• Recreation Assistant Lead
• Aquatics Coordinator
• Aquatics Supervisor
  
  

What's Required:

• Standard First Aid and CPR C (valid for three (3) years from the date of issue).
• CALA and/or WaterArt certification.
• Vulnerable Sector Police Clearance valid for two (2) years from the date of issue.
• A professional and enthusiastic employee who embraces a service-minded approach.
• Must be willing to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
  
  

Other Requirements

Other Position Requirements include: Vulnerable Sector Check

Candidates selected for the position will be required to complete the Ministry of Labour’s Worker Health and Safety Awareness training and provide proof of the educational credentials listed on their resume and job application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of St. Catharines is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and respectful work environment. We celebrate the uniqueness of every individual. Our community is enriched by people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences—a value reflected in our 2023–2027 Strategic Plan.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and education levels to apply. While specific qualifications may be required for certain roles, we assess each applicant’s overall suitability. Please note that unionized roles are subject to collective agreement requirements.

Accommodation

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Application Process

To ensure transparency and fairness, all applications must be submitted online through our application portal. Please keep your contact information up to date and regularly check your spam and junk email folders, as important communications may be directed there.

Interviews and Assessments

Depending on the role, interviews may be conducted via video conferencing or in person. Various tests and/or assessments may be administered as part of the selection process.

Use of AI

The City of St. Catharines does not use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in any part of the recruitment process.