Recreational Sport Club Instructors/Coaches

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

Student Experience fosters equitable learning environments in which all students can thrive to their full potential. Through our commitment to integrating research, theory, and practice across all of the programs, resources, and supports we provide, Student Experience leads an ecosystem of people, places, and spaces that empower student thriving. Our vision is for all Mustangs to discover their personalized pathway through Western’s rich, wholistic learning environment; engage in brave conversations with our diverse community on and off campus, and develop the courage to be uncomfortable without fear of failure in order to thrive throughout their degree and after graduation. At Western, the Student Experience portfolio is organized into three inter-dependent pillars that provide the programmes and supports that inspire Western Students to discover themselves; engage with their communities and thrive as learners. These pillars are: Wellness & Wellbeing (comprised of the following departments: Health & Wellness, Student Support & Case Management and Wellness & Equity Education), Sport & Recreation (comprised of the following departments: Recreation & Active Well-being, Sport and Spirit & Connection), and Leadership & Learning (comprised of the following departments: Academic Support & Engagement and Careers & Experience). Professional and student staff working across these three pillars collaborate with student organizations and academic and administrative leaders throughout campus to foster inclusive and wholistic learning environments that maximize the potential of each student.

The Sport & Recreation pillar collectively works to enrich student thriving through a focus on developing leadership and success in sport and recreation. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion we engage Mustangs in active-wellbeing and inspire spirit and tradition in order to strengthen the bonds of the Western community. Our vision is for students to discover balance in their lives and pursue challenges without fear of failure, ultimately enhancing their ability to thrive.

Recreation & Active Well-being includes facilities, programming, and services that promote emotional, mental, physical, social and overall wellbeing through the participation in active living. By participating in programming, students will be encouraged to create and maintain a healthy lifestyle, will have increased self-confidence, improved stress management, and will have enhanced social connections within our community. Recreation also offers experiential experiences for students through our many leadership opportunities. Participation in recreation improves the quality of life and helps to develop a thriving lifestyle for students, staff and faculty during their time on campus and throughout their lives.

Purpose of Role:

Recreational Based Sport Clubs are a part of Sports & Recreation and the larger division of Student Experience at Western. Sport builds on a rich athletic tradition of excellence and a commitment to providing a supportive high-performance environment for student-athletes. The Recreation Program is responsible for the development, implementation, assessment and management of recreational based Sport Clubs and student-specific programs.

Responsibilities:

Recreation oversees and is accountable for the recreational based Sport Clubs program, helping the University continue to meet the evolving needs of the student experience. The Sport Clubs Instructor, under the direction of the Recreation Clubs Coordinator and Sports & Recreation Leadership, is responsible for supporting and strengthening programming to provide a supportive recreational environment for students and focus on safe sport and the specific needs of students.

Minimum Qualifications:

The successful candidates will have previous experience instructing and leading sport club programs in a high standard of academic and sport performance environment in their respective sport or activity.

The following qualifications will be required prior to commencing employment:

• Standard or Emergency First Aid and CPR C with AED training
• Safe Sport Certification (NCCP Online Module)
• Teaching/Instruction Certification for respective Club sport or activity

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated sport-specific knowledge, education and experience
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others, particularly in a leadership capacity
• Ability to foster teamwork and encourage club members to learn from each other
• Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
• Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve issues
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Familiarity with Campus Recreation’s programs, services, and facilities preferred
• Ability to work within a flexible schedule to accommodate the events with the consistent ability to work assigned shifts is paramount

Background Checks:

Please note, successful applicants will be required to produce a current Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) from a police service prior to commencing employment.

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce current record check(s) (e.g. vulnerable sector, criminal record and police information) from a police service prior to commencing employment.

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.