The ASLC provides summer employment and volunteer opportunities for qualified youth and adults in the community. To apply for any position, please submit a resume and cover letter to programs@aslcmembers.ca. Please clearly indicate the position(s) for which you are applying. 

Note that all employees/volunteers must have a current ASLC membership.

We are currently hiring for the below positions, applications for which will close on December 31, 2025.

Activity Instructors

Someone in this position will typically work a minimum of 3 hours per day/15 hours per week, times may vary. Remuneration will be commensurate with experience. With the increased interest in programs such as Dance, Activity Instructor positions will be opened to those who are keen to maintain the quality of the existing programs in addition to developing new Dance offerings.

Qualifications and Expectations:

  • Minimum 15 years of age

  • Previous experience volunteering with ASLC Programs is preferable

  • Lifesaving Society (LSS) Bronze Cross (current) is preferred, but not mandatory (note: the ability to work on more types of activities may lead to more hours)

  • Standard First Aid

  • ORCKA certification is not mandatory but preferred (note: the ability to work on more types of activities may lead to more hours)

  • Experience in Dance (note: the ability to work on more types of activities may lead to more hours)

  • Current Association of Ston(e)y Lake Cottagers (ASLC) membership 

  • A willingness to teach or help with all types of non-swim activities

  • Experience working with children is an asset

  • Able to interact well with program instructors, the ASLC Board of Directors, program participants and their parents

  • Note: additional details will be outlined in the Employment Agreement provided to the successful candidate(s)

Swim Instructors 

Someone in this position will work a minimum of 3 hours per day/15 hours per week, times may vary. Remuneration will be commensurate with experience.

Qualifications and Expectations:

  • Minimum 16 years old

  • Lifesaving Society (LSS) Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent

  • LSS Lifesaving Instructor certification preferred

  • LSS Standard First Aid (or higher) with CPR-C

  • LSS Bronze Cross minimum; National Lifeguard Service certification (Waterfront preferred), or equivalent

  • Current Association of Ston(e)y Lake Cottagers (ASLC) membership

  • A willingness to teach all swim/water-based programs, arts & crafts and other land-based/non-swim activities

  • Experience working with children is preferable

  • Able to interact well with other instructors, the ASLC Board of Directors, program participants and their parents

  • Note: additional details will be outlined in the Employment Agreement provided to the successful candidate(s)

 Junior Swim & Activities Instructor 

Someone in this position will work a minimum of 3 hours per day/15 hours per week, times may vary. Remuneration will be commensurate with experience.

 Qualifications and Expectations:

  • Minimum 15 years of age

  • Previous experience volunteering with ASLC Programs is preferable

  • Lifesaving Society (LSS) Lifesaving Instructor certification preferred

  • Minimum LSS Bronze Cross and LSS Standard First Aid (or higher) with CPR-C

  • Current Association of Ston(e)y Lake Cottagers (ASLC) membership

  • A willingness to teach all swim/water-based programs, arts & crafts and other land-based/non-swim activities

  • Experience working with children is an asset

  • Able to interact well with program instructors, the ASLC Board of Directors, and program participants and their parents

  • Note: additional details will be outlined in the Employment Agreement provided to the successful candidate(s)

Leaders-In-Training (Volunteers)

 Leaders-In-Training (LITs) are volunteers who assist in all areas of ASLC summer programming. This is a volunteer opportunity designed to grow the individual’s abilities as a leader and a community member; and to develop the skill sets required to be a future ASLC Instructor.

 LIT volunteers help to facilitate ASLC activities on Juniper such as art & crafts, paddling, Camp Juniper, dance and other activities. In addition to these activities, LITs assist both instructors and participants, where needed.

 LITs are an important part of ASLC Programs and are expected to be present for their assigned times/shifts.

Qualifications & Expectations:

  • 13 years of age or older, preferred

  • Lifesaving Society (LSS) Bronze Medallion certification is recommended

  • Current Association of Ston(e)y Lake Cottagers (ASLC) membership

  • Minimum 2-week commitment

  • Help make Juniper a fun place to be

  • Helping to develop/plan/deliver games and activities

  • Attend training and weekly instructor meetings while on staff

  • Help provide a safe and supportive atmosphere

  • Help instructors enforce safety measures, when necessary

  • Help lead, participate and support ASLC Instructors in all activities and programming, as needed

  • Abide by all ASLC policies

  • Perform other duties and roles assigned by ASLC Program Director or Swim/Activities Heads

  • Be punctual and be prepared for the activities to which you have been assigned

  • Help with the set-up and clean-up of activities

  • Bring your positive energy and attitude!

  • Note: additional details will be outlined in the Agreement provided to the successful candidate(s)