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Instructor, Specialized Fitness (Part-time)

Ottawa, ON
On-site
Posted Aug 20, 2026
1 position

$36–$48 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Apply by: Jun 7, 2027
Posting language: English
Working hours: 24 hours per week

Job summary

Provide instruction for a wide variety of specialized group fitness and fitness-related classes at City of Ottawa facilities. Ensure all programs are delivered in accordance with corporate policies, procedures, and safety regulations.

Job details

Requisition ID: 23097 Department: Rec, Cultural & Facility Services Dept. Service: Complexes, Aqua & Specialized Services 1 or more Part-time Continuous Positions – up to 24 hours per week Salary Information: $35.548 - $47.634 per hour (2024 rates of pay) Various Shifts: Days, Evenings, Weekends Affiliation: CUPE 503 PT - RC & Aquatics/CUPE 503 PT Rec Location: Various locations City: Ottawa, ON Job Category: Recreation, Cultural & Facility ServicesApplication Close: 06/06/2027JOB SUMMARY The Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services department is responsible for building a healthy, inclusive and vibrant City, as well as ensuring that communities, residents and visitors have access to the recreation and cultural places, programs, events and services that allow them to experience all the benefits the City has to offer, and overseeing Buildings and Facilities Management for improved service delivery integration, ensuring the best possible client experience in City facilities. You are responsible for providing instruction for a wide variety of specialized group fitness and fitness-related classes in identified programs at the City of Ottawa, in accordance with corporate and departmental policies and procedures, rules and regulations. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Completion of Grade 10 and Current Fitness Certification from a recognized fitness certification organization (or equivalent as deemed acceptable by management). Minimum of 6 months of experience or equivalent apprenticeship. CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES Fitness Instructor certificate (e.g., canfitpro, YM-YWCA, Ontario Fitness Council or other recognized certification)Current Standard First Aid, CPR and/or AED certificatesAODA Customer Service/IASR TrainingKNOWLEDGE Corporate and Departmental policies, guidelines and directives City of Ottawa emergency response procedures Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge base, skills and training necessary to lead variety of fitness classes Ability to speak clearly and actively listen Maintain a fun and safe environment Understanding of community fitness environment and needs Flexible Creative Organized Reliable Strong interpersonal skills. Open to change and innovation WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Language Requirement: Various language requirements, locations may require English only, French only OR Bilingual competencies. Some positions require English oral, reading, and writing. Some positions required French oral, reading and writing. Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Note: Under the age of 18, requires a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters (Level 2) check in place of the Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3). Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire. The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation. Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at esc-cse@ottawa.ca.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires completion of Grade 10, a recognized fitness certification, and at least 6 months of experience. Must hold current Standard First Aid, CPR/AED certificates, and pass a Vulnerable Sector Check.