Contract Skate Instructor

Competition No: 2024-CSI

Duration: Contract Instructor

Salary: $24.50-26.50/hour

Last Updated: 6/21/24

The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community. With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team. People like you!

The Arena Services Program Team at Bill Copeland Sports Centre, Kensington Complex, and Rosemary Brown Recreation Center are looking for Contract Skating Instructors who are committed to working with patrons of all ages to deliver fun and productive skating lessons for our community. Our staff team is welcoming applications for our Recreational Ice Skating lessons starting in September.

This role includes the following duties and responsibilities:

• Planning and implementing skating lessons for all ages
• Motivating students by providing a positive, safe, and fun learning environment in our skating lessons
• Providing excellent customer service and building and maintaining relationships
• Assessing and evaluating participants’ skating skills to write constructive progress cards
• Communicating effectively with team members, customers, and supervisors
• Performing other related work as required

The qualifications for this position include:

• Minimum of Grade 10 education
• Previous work or volunteer experience with children in a recreation or sport setting
• Knowledge of skating instruction techniques and skill progressions
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Successful completion of Emergency First Aid (8+ hour emergency) and CPR “C” is required
• High Five training, and National Coaching Certification Program courses are assets

Other relevant information:

• Selected candidates will be required to attend an on-ice assessment session
• You must provide your own skates and a CSA-approved hockey or snow sports helmet.
• Applicants successful in the on-ice assessment will be considered for an interview.

Hourly Rate: $24.50-26.50 (The City of Burnaby is a part of the Living Wage program; the 2023 living wage is $25.68).

Location: Bill Copeland Sports Centre, Kensington Complex, and Rosemary Brown Recreation Center.

Schedule: Monday and Wednesday from 1:15pm-3:30pm and/or 3:00pm-8:30pm; Tuesday and Thursday from 1:15pm-3:30pm and/or 3:00pm-7:30pm; Friday from 3:00pm-6:30pm; Saturday from 9:00am-1:30pm; and Sunday from 9:00am-1:30pm.

Please apply online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. This position will remain opened until it is filled.

Applicants under consideration will be required to consent to a Police Information Check.

At the City of Burnaby, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that authentically mirrors the vibrant community we proudly serve. We consistently embrace diversity and endeavor to build an inclusive workforce that celebrates the richness of our community. We warmly welcome applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to join us in shaping a more vibrant and equitable future together.

Copies of relevant professional certificates will be required at the time of the on-ice assessment.

Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an on-ice assessment will be contacted

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Organization: City of Burnaby

Region: Lower Mainland

Posted: June 21, 2024, 5:05 pm

Expires: July 5, 2024, 4:30 pm

Employment Type: Part Time
Employment Length: Casual
Education Requirement: No degree, certificate or diploma
Job Experience: Experience an asset
Rate: $24.50 to $26.50 Hour