Summer Sport Camp Instructor

Role: The Summer Sport Camp Instructor will be responsible for the customer experience, leadership, organization, and the planning of our school programs. Reports to: Manager of Children’s Programs and Sport Camp Leads WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU: * Free facility access based on hours worked plus a variety of free and discounted programs & services. * Employee recognition program. * Annual staff events including BBQs, Corporate Challenge, December holiday party and many more. * Free parking and close to transit with a C-train and bus stop steps away. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Customer Experience * Communicate all pertinent information (program changes, child behavior concerns, accidents and injuries) to the parents and/or guardians of the participant in a positive and professional manner. * Communicate and collaborate with co-workers to provide an engaging and well- organized program. Leadership * Be a positive role model for participants. * Supervise participants throughout all parts of the program including during lunch to ensure their safety. * Be an active participant in the pools during swim time while ensuring the safety of participants (Sport Camp Instructors MUST swim throughout pool sessions). * Ensure that camp participants are disciplined in a positive, proactive and appropriate manner which does not hinder safety or self-esteem in any way. * Respond to emergency situations utilizing training and MNP Community & Sport Centre Policies and Procedures. * Carry a first aid kit at all times. * Carry a camp radio at all times. Organizing and Planning * Plan physical literacy-enriched sessions for participants including sport activities, cooperative games, teambuilding and wide games. * Follow daily camp schedule, using replacement activities of equal value where necessary. * Set up and take down of equipment. * Fill out accident/incident reports when required and follow up as needed. * Be aware of any medical conditions within camp groups by reading through the medical packages distributed. * Respect and maintain equipment and supplies, and encourage camp participants to do the same. Training * Attend in-services, meetings and training as required. WHAT YOU’LL NEED: Availability * June Training Dates TBD * Monday - Friday from June 29th – August 28th; 8.5-hour shifts scheduled between 7:15 AM and 5:45 PM Qualifications * 1 year of experience working with children. * Previous coaching, camp counseling or teaching experience is an asset. * Experience with children with disabilities and/or special needs is an asset. * High energy level with excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to work in a fast pace environment. * Proven track record working independently and in a team environment. * Must be comfortable swimming daily in deep water without a personal floatation device. Education * Program-specific training and experience * CPR C/AED (recertified within one year) and Standard First Aid (recertified within 2 years – required before employment can commence * Coaching certifications in badminton, basketball, track and field, triathlon or volleyball instruction is considered an asset. Relevant experience will also be considered. * Police check, with vulnerable sector check Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We value the uniqueness and perspectives of all employees and are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives to create a feeling of belonging for all of our team members at MNP Community & Sport Centre. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. MNP Community & Sport Centre provides support in its recruitment process to candidates with disabilities; including accommodation, that takes into account candidates’ accessibility needs. Please connect with our Human Resources team if you require accommodation within the recruitment process. All candidates applying to MNP Community & Sport Centre must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

The instructor is responsible for ensuring a positive customer experience through professional communication with guardians and collaboration with co-workers to deliver engaging programs. Key duties include planning physical literacy sessions, supervising participants for safety during all activities including swimming, and managing equipment setup and takedown.

Candidates must have one year of experience working with children and be comfortable swimming daily in deep water without flotation devices, holding current CPR C/AED and Standard First Aid certifications before employment begins. Assets include previous coaching or camp experience, experience with children with disabilities, and relevant coaching certifications.

• Free facility access • Free and discounted programs & services • Employee recognition program • Annual staff events • Free parking

• First AidPreferred

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• Customer Experience
• Leadership
• Organization
• Planning
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Role Modeling
• Supervision
• Safety Management
• Emergency Response
• First Aid
• Physical Literacy
• Time Management
• Teamwork
• Independent Work
• Swimming

• Sports & Recreation
• Education
• Social Services
• Security & Safety

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week