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Post End Date: July 29, 2026 at 11:59 PM This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Part-Time Contract Positions (Employee Group) Department: Brock Recreation Pay Rate: $17.60/hour Contract Dates: September 1, 2026-December 31, 2026, possibility of extension Hours: 1-5 hours/week Job Description Brock Recreation offers on-campus, non-recital instructional dance programs for community members. The goal of these programs is to introduce and develop foundational skills in various dance disciplines while encouraging children and youth to participate in active recreation. Job Duties and Responsibilities Reporting to the Associate Director, Recreation, Instructors are responsible for planning, organizing and delivering high-quality programs that are engaging, safe and enjoyable for all participants. Instructors are accountable for always ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all registered participants. Qualifications Completed at least one year of post-secondary education. Minimum one year of experience as a Dance Instructor, Dance Assistant, or in a teaching/instructional role. Demonstrated ability in one or more dance disciplines (Acro, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, or Creative Movement) through a practical assessment. Experience working with, and/or a desire to work with, children and youth in a recreational setting. Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification from an accredited organization, or the ability to obtain certification within one month of hire. HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development or Sport Certification is considered an asset. Exceptional customer service and communication skills. Expectations of Staff A Vulnerable Sector Check issued by a local police service within the last six (6) months. The check must indicate it is for employment purposes. Knowledge of various dance disciplines. Knowledge of Brock Sports and Recreation policies and procedures. Ability to work days and/or evenings, weekdays and weekends, as required. Excellent interpersonal skills and a friendly, responsible, service-oriented attitude. Effective communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment. Interest in and willingness to learn new technical skills and develop professional soft skills. Ability to solve problems effectively and adapt to the changing needs of youth programs. Maintain up-to-date certifications and attend required staff meetings. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed. Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups. We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please contact talent@brocku.ca if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met. Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process. We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted. Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca. Brock University is a comprehensive institution with rich academic programs and world-class research activity. Located in Ontario’s scenic Niagara region on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, Brock is situated in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. With nearly 600 full-time faculty members and researchers, Brock's robust academic scope offers more than 70 undergraduate programs and 50 graduate programs in seven dynamic Faculties. The University’s 19,000 students come from across Canada and around the world. Brock’s renowned student experience is enriched by an emphasis on experiential education, as illustrated by community partnerships, volunteerism and one of Ontario's largest and most successful co-op programs. Learn more at brocku.ca.