Specialty Fitness Instructor (Yoga) - Etobicoke/York District

City of Toronto • Toronto, ON

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Community Recreation Branch is responsible for the delivery of high-quality, community-based recreation programs and services to the diverse neighbourhoods of Toronto. We provide a variety of programs that promote the social and physical development for people of all ages, with an emphasis on children and youth. The Community Recreation Branch strives to ensure Toronto residents have positive recreational experiences that enhance quality of life and contribute to lifelong active living.

Requirements

• Must be minimum 16 years of age.
• Current certification in one or more of: Yoga
• Experience in planning and implementing a wide variety of fitness classes for all ages and abilities.
• Technical knowledge of fitness and wellness.
• Must produce original current First Aid certification (Emergency or Standard) as recognized by the WSIB.
• You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario's Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.
• Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) required.

Nice To Haves

• Degree or Diploma in Physical Education/Health, Fitness & Wellness would be an asset.
• Fitness Certification as Group Fitness Leader would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Designs, promotes and implements specialized fitness classes within the guidelines of a recognized specialty fitness (Yoga) certifying organization.
• Plans, organizes and instructs safe and enjoyable group fitness classes for all ages and abilities.
• Sets-up and takes-down all necessary equipment for the class.
• Reports any incidents/accidents and/or areas of concern to supervisor.
• Monitors and maintains attendance, fitness passes and memberships.
• Interacts with staff, participants and the public to provide program information.
• Ensures safe use, condition and storage of equipment.
• Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed