Recreation Worker III - General Instructor

Job Overview

The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for up to 10 auxiliary Recreation Worker III – General Instructors (Active Beyond the Bell Program, Skating, Summer Day Camps, Sports, Arts and Crafts, Dance and Gymnastics) to join our team of professionals in the Recreation, Arts and Culture Division, Recreation Program and Services Department. Reporting to the Community Recreation Manager, in this unionized position you will provide leadership and instruction for a variety of recreation programs and activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and general leadership according to the nature and requirements of the program
• Assist in planning assigned recreational programs and provide instruction in the activities
• Promote interest and enthusiasm in recreation programs and ensure safe and proper use of equipment and the facilities
• Perform related work as required

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 with a preference for certification in Sports or Early Childhood Education (Pre-School) and some related instructional experience in a recreational environment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Sound knowledge of program content on assigned programs and activities
• Ability to organize, lead, instruct, participate, assist program participants, and prepare records related to program progress
• Ability to establish and communicate effectively with program participants, volunteers, recreation staff and the general public
• One-year leadership program experience, National Coaching Certification, High Five and Fundamental Movement Skills Certifications are considered assets

Candidates should be aware of the following offered program schedules and be available to work for some or all of the following schedules:

• Active Beyond the Bell Program: Monday – Friday, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
• Skating Lessons, Sports, Arts, Dance and Gymnastics: 7 days of the week, mornings, afternoons, evenings
• Summer Day Camps: Monday – Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm

This position is defined by the Township of Langley as a position of trust (Child Safety). The successful candidate(s) will be required to have a Police Information Check as a condition of employment (Note - Not required as part of the application process, however, will be required upon consideration for employment).

Required Certifications/Licenses

Candidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes) and these must be attached with your application.

• Emergency First Aid, AED and CPR C Certification

Applications without the attached required documents above will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please title your attachments with the number of this competition and have these documents ready to upload when you apply.

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Visit tol.ca/careers to apply for this exciting career opportunity in a growing community. The Township of Langley is an equal opportunity employer.

We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.