Recreation Worker III - General Instructor

Job Overview

The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for up to twenty-five auxiliary Recreation Worker III – General Instructors to join our team of professionals. Reporting to the Community Recreation Manager, in this unionized position you will provide leadership and instruction for a variety of recreation programs and activities.

• Provide guidance and general leadership according to the nature and requirements of the program
• Assist in planning assigned recreational activities and provide instruction in the activities
• Promote interest and participation in recreation programs and ensure safe and proper use of equipment and the facilities
• Perform related work as required

• Completion of Grade 10 with a preference for certification in Sports or Early Childhood Education (Pre‑School) and some related instructional experience in a recreational environment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Sound knowledge of program content on assigned programs and activities
• Ability to organize, lead, instruct, participate, assist and/or independently instruct program participants, and prepare records related to program progress
• Ability to communicate effectively with program participants, volunteers, staff and the public
• One‑year leadership program experience, National Coaching Certification, High Five and Fundamental Movement Skills Certifications are considered assets

Applicants should be aware of and be available to work for some or all of the following schedules:

• Active Beyond the Bell Program:
  Monday – Friday, 2:00pm – 5:00pm
• Skating Lessons: 7 days of the week, mornings, afternoons, evenings

Candidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes) and these must be attached with your application.

• Emergency First Aid, AED, and CPR ‘C’ Certification

This position is defined by the Township of Langley as a position of trust (Child Safety). The successful candidate(s) will be required to have a Police Information Check as a condition of employment (not required as part of the application process, however, will be required upon consideration for employment).

The Township of Langley is an equal prospect employer.