Brock Sports Camp Instructor - Basketball

Brock University; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Brock University is seeking an Instructor for its Brock Sports Camp. This part-time position involves mentoring and educating youth, ensuring a safe and positive experience during the sport camp. Ideal candidates should have post-secondary education, effective communication skills, and a friendly attitude. Training sessions are required, along with First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children and youth.
• First Aid/CPR Level C certified.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate a positive and safe experience for all campers.
• Build positive relationships with campers and families.
• Be fun, approachable and engage in all camp activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Service-oriented attitude

Education

Completion of at least year one of post-secondary study

Job description

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.

We are one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara. Brock has been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity compiled by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities.

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Post End Date:May 30, 2025 at 11:59 PM This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Part-Time Contract Positions (Employee Group)

Job Description:

The Instructor, Brock Sports Camp is responsible for all duties associated with the successful delivery of a youth sport camp. The instructor will act as a caregiver, mentor, and educator and is responsible for facilitating a positive and safe experience for all campers. This position is a part-time for the duration of each camp.

Brock Sports intends to offer on-campus day camps on the following days:

• July 7-11
• July 14-18
• July 21-25
• July 28-August 1

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Build positive relationships with all campers and families
• Provide an engaging and educational experience for all participants
• Be knowledgeable in and facilitate all program activities related to camp
• Be fun, approachable, and participate fully in all camp activities
• Be aware of and make accommodations for camper needs where required (medical, dietary, behavioral, etc.)
• Use provided equipment and teaching space responsibly
• Prevent, respond to, and document all incidents, reporting immediately to program managers
• Attend required training sessions

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Completion of at least year one of post-secondary study
• Experience and/or desire to work with children and youth
• Effective communication skills and the ability to problem solve professionally and effectively
• A friendly, responsible, service-oriented attitude
• Proven record of accountability
• Interest in and willingness to learn new technical skills, develop personal soft skills, and understand and facilitate concepts in relevant curriculum program areas
• First Aid/CPR Level C
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check with vulnerable sector screening
• Completion of required training sessions

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy . As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups .

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodat e the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code . Please contact [e-mail] if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure you r participation needs are met.

Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

We appreciate all applications received . C andidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca .