Contract Child & Youth Program Instructor
About the role
Multiple part-time contract Child and Youth Instructors
The Child & Youth Programming team is currently seeking contract Sports Instructors (Basketball, Soccer, Badminton, Skating, etc.) and contract Early Childhood Development Instructors (Outdoor Kindergarten, etc.) to be added to our contact list and fill vacant evening and weekend positions for the Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 session. Some programs will start as early as August 2025.
As a Contract Child and Youth Program Instructor, you will work on a part-time, contract basis, and once added to our contact list you will be notified of all future instructing opportunities throughout the year.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver high quality recreational classes for up to 20 participants in a safe and positive environment
- Develop and implement creative, age-appropriate lesson plans with progressions and adaptations based on skill level and abilities
- Incorporate physical literacy and fundamental movement skills into weekly classes
- Interact with parents, handle all forms and paperwork and ensure overall participant safety
- Collaborate and positively interact with the Child & Youth Programming Team
- Equipment management including pick up/drop off, setup/takedown of program area and equipment safety assessments
To be successful you will have:
- Positive, proven leadership and team-building skills
- Proven ability to maintain high standards of safety, quality and cooperation
- Proven time management skills and possess the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Outstanding customer service and communication skills
- Ability to adapt to changing work environments and demands
- Proof of First Aid and CPR Certification
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check
What you bring:
- Completion or enrollment in a related post-secondary program including Recreation, Physical Education or Kinesiology is preferred
- Sport specific coaching and/or instructing experience is highly desired
- Experience working with children ages 4 to 15 years
- High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development is an asset (must obtain within 6 months of signing first contract)
- National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) is an asset
About Strathcona County
Strathcona County employees strive for excellence in delivering quality of life to our residents to support our vision of becoming Canada’s most livable community. Employees play a pivotal role in delivering essential services, managing programs, and overseeing facilities to support a thriving community of over 100,000 residents. If you're dedicated to public service, enjoy collaborative work environments, and value continuous learning and growth, consider joining our team of over 2,000 dedicated professionals. You can make a difference by supporting a growing and diverse community!
Strathcona County has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Employers 2024 by Forbes.com and received the 2024 Municipal Inspiring Workplace Award from the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA). We provide competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health spending account, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs, and more.
Strathcona County is committed to working collaboratively, efficiently and effectively to provide quality service delivery to citizens, business and industry alike. Our corporate values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness and cooperation define our culture and guide our daily work.
If you're dedicated to public service, enjoy collaborative work environments and value continuous learning and growth, consider joining our team! Apply today at www.strathcona.ca/careers
Contract Child & Youth Program Instructor
About the role
Multiple part-time contract Child and Youth Instructors
The Child & Youth Programming team is currently seeking contract Sports Instructors (Basketball, Soccer, Badminton, Skating, etc.) and contract Early Childhood Development Instructors (Outdoor Kindergarten, etc.) to be added to our contact list and fill vacant evening and weekend positions for the Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 session. Some programs will start as early as August 2025.
As a Contract Child and Youth Program Instructor, you will work on a part-time, contract basis, and once added to our contact list you will be notified of all future instructing opportunities throughout the year.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver high quality recreational classes for up to 20 participants in a safe and positive environment
- Develop and implement creative, age-appropriate lesson plans with progressions and adaptations based on skill level and abilities
- Incorporate physical literacy and fundamental movement skills into weekly classes
- Interact with parents, handle all forms and paperwork and ensure overall participant safety
- Collaborate and positively interact with the Child & Youth Programming Team
- Equipment management including pick up/drop off, setup/takedown of program area and equipment safety assessments
To be successful you will have:
- Positive, proven leadership and team-building skills
- Proven ability to maintain high standards of safety, quality and cooperation
- Proven time management skills and possess the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Outstanding customer service and communication skills
- Ability to adapt to changing work environments and demands
- Proof of First Aid and CPR Certification
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check
What you bring:
- Completion or enrollment in a related post-secondary program including Recreation, Physical Education or Kinesiology is preferred
- Sport specific coaching and/or instructing experience is highly desired
- Experience working with children ages 4 to 15 years
- High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development is an asset (must obtain within 6 months of signing first contract)
- National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) is an asset
About Strathcona County
Strathcona County employees strive for excellence in delivering quality of life to our residents to support our vision of becoming Canada’s most livable community. Employees play a pivotal role in delivering essential services, managing programs, and overseeing facilities to support a thriving community of over 100,000 residents. If you're dedicated to public service, enjoy collaborative work environments, and value continuous learning and growth, consider joining our team of over 2,000 dedicated professionals. You can make a difference by supporting a growing and diverse community!
Strathcona County has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Employers 2024 by Forbes.com and received the 2024 Municipal Inspiring Workplace Award from the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA). We provide competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health spending account, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs, and more.
Strathcona County is committed to working collaboratively, efficiently and effectively to provide quality service delivery to citizens, business and industry alike. Our corporate values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness and cooperation define our culture and guide our daily work.
If you're dedicated to public service, enjoy collaborative work environments and value continuous learning and growth, consider joining our team! Apply today at www.strathcona.ca/careers