Program Instructor - Sports (Racquet Sports)

Town of Milton

20h•Onsite

About The Position

This part-time position is responsible for the planning and instruction of quality programs, ensuring that all activities are safe, fun and appropriate for the targeted age group and expectations of the department. Programs may include; Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cricket, Volleyball, and Move More Sports. Reporting to the Coordinator, Recreation, this part-time position is responsible for the planning and delivery of instructional activities and drills that are safe, fun and appropriate for the targeted age group.

Requirements

Minimum of 16 years of age
Completion of Secondary Education (Older Adults, General Interest)
Minimum of two (2) years teaching/program instruction experience
Standard First Aid and CPR C
HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development (children’s programs)
NCCP required for sports related programming
Strong knowledge and aptitude in a specialized field, depending on program (i.e. art history, including contemporary practice)
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Effective program planning and service delivery skills
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work well independently and in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Experience working with targeted age group
HIGH FIVE® Quest 2 preferred
HIGH FIVE® Sport preferred
Experience working with persons with disabilities
Certifications/workshops in a related field
Crisis Prevention Intervention or equivalent

Responsibilities

Facilitate program delivery, leading and coaching participants with a focus on quality participant experience, effective skill development, and positive social experience.
Foster a welcoming, respectful and safe environment for all participants
Develop and modify lesson plans to meet the varied needs and skill levels of participants
Understand and ensure compliance of all established rules and guidelines governing the safety and conduct of participants
Provide guidance and oversight of volunteers
Establish positive relationships and clear communication channels with all staff, participants, parents, and volunteers.
Maintain a safe and clean program space, including proper usage and storage of equipment.
Set-up and take down of program equipment in adherence with lesson plans.
Communicate deficiencies to supervisor.
Evaluate situations for potential risks and proactively take action to address such risks.
Communicate any action and/or concerns to supervisor.
Maintain a high level of professionalism and handle sensitive situations with mature judgement
Provide suggestions to Coordinator, Recreation on ways to enhance the program and the participant experience
Comply with all health and safety practices as it relates to the work, standard operating guidelines, and Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Report incidents, concerns or site damage to Supervisor
Maintain and submit attendance records; complete additional program-related paperwork as required (eg. end of session participant progress reports, daily open/close program checklists)
Attend and participate in mandatory staff trainings and meetings
Perform other duties in accordance with department objectives