Aquatic Program Lead
Permanent Part-Time or Full-Time (based on organizational needs)
30 hrs per week
Duties
At Brave Waves, our leaders don't lead from an office—they lead from the pool deck.
You'll work alongside instructors every day, providing coaching, solving challenges, mentoring teammates, and helping ensure every swimmer receives exceptional instruction.
If you're looking to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on both swimmers and your team, we'd love to meet you.
How the Role Works
Aquatic Program Lead is your permanent leadership position.
Throughout the week, you'll contribute through a variety of leadership assignments, including:
Aquatic Program Lead leadership hours
Deck Manager assignments
Deck Supervisor assignments
Lesson observations and coaching
Instructor mentoring
Leadership development initiatives
Occasional teaching assignments
This variety allows you to strengthen your leadership skills while supporting instructors, improving lesson quality, and ensuring an exceptional experience for every swimmer.
What You'll Do
Leadership & Mentorship
Mentor and coach swimming instructors through regular observations and constructive feedback.
Support and develop Deck Supervisors and Deck Managers.
Provide real-time coaching and encouragement during lessons.
Foster a positive, professional, and supportive team culture.
Lead by example through professionalism, communication, and accountability.
Help onboard and develop new instructors and emerging leaders.
Program Quality
Ensure lessons are delivered consistently in accordance with the Brave Waves curriculum.
Champion teaching excellence by coaching instructors and reinforcing Brave Waves teaching standards.
Monitor lesson quality and swimmer progression.
Identify opportunities to improve instruction and class effectiveness.
Maintain exceptional standards of safety, customer service, and program delivery.
Hands-On Aquatic Leadership
Remain actively involved on deck throughout every shift.
Provide in-water demonstrations when appropriate.
Assist instructors with challenging teaching situations.
Support swimmers who require additional guidance.
Help create engaging, safe, and enjoyable learning environments.
Teach swimming lessons as needed.
Operations
Lead assigned shifts as Aquatic Program Lead.
Lead assigned shifts as Deck Manager.
Support Deck Managers while assigned as Deck Supervisor.
Facilitate safe, organized, and efficient daily aquatic operations.
Complete lesson observations, evaluations, and leadership documentation.
Qualifications
We're looking for someone who:
Has significant experience teaching swimming lessons.
Demonstrates exceptional aquatic leadership and professionalism.
Enjoys mentoring and developing others.
Communicates effectively with swimmers, families, and teammates.
Is confident providing constructive coaching and feedback.
Thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Leads with integrity, positivity, and accountability.
Preferred qualifications include:
Swim Instructor Certification.
National Lifeguard certification.
Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C & AED (formerly Standard First Aid).
Previous leadership experience in an aquatic environment.
Experience mentoring instructors or supervising aquatic programs is considered an asset.
Eligibility
Why Brave Waves?
Our mission of Creating Swimmers for Life extends beyond teaching swimming. Every lesson is an opportunity to build confidence, develop life skills, and support the next generation of aquatic professionals.
At Brave Waves, you'll be part of a team that values leadership, mentorship, continuous learning, and excellence in everything we do.
Compensation & Professional Growth
Competitive hourly wage based on experience and qualifications.
Ongoing leadership development and mentorship.
Professional development opportunities.
A long-term career path in aquatic leadership.
Why You'll Love This Role
This is more than a leadership position—it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact on swimmers, instructors, and the future of aquatics.
If you're passionate about developing people, leading by example, and creating exceptional swim experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits
Yes
How to Apply
Background check required.
Please email julia@bravewaves.ca
If you would like assistance with your job search or in applying to this position, please contact SOAR Community Services at 519-756-7665 or employerservices@soarcs.ca and let us know how we can help.