Swimming and Water Safety Teacher

Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic center of Melbourne.

• Casual Opportunity
• $42.22 per hour + Superannuation
• Position Location: Glen Waverley / Oakleigh / Clayton
• Applications close 11 October 2026

Our Active Monash Leisure Centres are highly regarded throughout the Aquatic and Recreation Industry, attracting over 1.5 million attendances per annum. Active Monash prides itself on an inclusive and diverse working environment, encouraging members to ‘Participate Their Way’ and providing services for all members of our community.

About the Position

The Swimming and Water Safety Teacher provides swimming lessons to groups, schools and individuals within the Active Monash Swim School program guidelines. The main objective is to provide quality teaching in Swim School programs and provide a safe, fun and educational environment in which students progressively learn swimming and water safety skills and knowledge.

Skills & Experience

• Relevant qualifications in swimming instruction, and skills in managing students of various ages and abilities in an aquatic learning environment
• Experience in the Aquatics and Recreation Industry
• Strong organisation and excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work in a team and help foster team goals
• Well-developed time management and supervision skills

Requirements

• Must be available for a variety of shifts
• Current AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety or Equivalent
• Current CPR Qualification
• Working With Children

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus. You will have access to:

• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Supportive and accessible management
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash facilities

Apply for this amazing opportunity

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications close 11 October, 2026 at 11:55pm. We may commence shortlisting and close applications prior to the closing date, so we encourage interested candidates to apply early.

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Tejan Keller, Learn to Swim Coordinator on 9265 4888.

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email [email protected]

We are committed to being a child safe organisation where safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We foster a safe, inclusive community for all children and young people, with zero tolerance for child-related harm.

Position Description - Swimming and Water Safety Teacher Sep 2023.pdf