Instructor I - Gymnastics

District of Saanich; Saanich; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% in lieu of benefits

Job summary

The District of Saanich is seeking enthusiastic Instructor I - Gymnastics to join the Gordon Head Recreation Centre team. These casual positions focus on creating engaging, safe gymnastics experiences for children and youth of varying ages and abilities.

Responsibilities include leading classes, preparing spaces and equipment, providing encouraging feedback, and maintaining attendance and safety protocols. Applicants must have Grade 10 and relevant instructional experience, with PIC-VS and

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10.
• Three months of experience in the related area of instruction.
• Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS) no older than six months.
• Emergency First Aid and CPR-C may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare class spaces and equipment.
• Develop class content.
• Welcome participants and provide positive, accurate feedback.
• Maintain attendance records.
• Ensure equipment is safely stored and the program environment is clean, organized and safe.

Skills

Safety-focused

Child and youth engagement

Teamwork

Education

Grade 10

Job description

DISTRICT OF SAANICH
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
RECREATION DIVISION
GORDON HEAD RECREATION CENTRE

Instructor I - Gymnastics

2 Casual Positions

The District of Saanich's Parks, Recreation and Community Services department is seeking a team player to help drive our mission of Healthy Nature, Healthy People, and Healthy Community, while supporting our vision: a Saanich where everyone belongs.

You’ll work within a team where service excellence, learning and sharing, and feedback and accountability are highly valued, and where communication, trust, respect, and positivity form the foundation for everything we do.

The Recreation Division is seeking enthusiastic and safety-focused Instructor I - Gymnastics staff to join the team at Gordon Head Recreation Centre. These casual positions are ideal for individuals who enjoy working with children and youth and creating engaging, safe, and inclusive gymnastics experiences for participants of varying ages and abilities.

Under the general direction of a Recreation Programmer or Program Technician, the Instructor I - Gymnastics provides direct instruction, leadership, and program support for assigned gymnastics programs. Responsibilities include preparing class spaces and equipment, developing class content, welcoming participants, providing accurate and encouraging feedback, maintaining attendance records, and helping ensure that equipment is safely stored and the program environment remains clean, organized, and safe.

Requirements include completion of Grade 10 and three months of experience in the related area of instruction. Employment is subject to provision of a satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS) check no older than six months, with renewal required as per policy. Emergency First Aid and CPR-C may be required.

The successful candidates will be scheduled primarily on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., based on operational requirements. Hours and shifts are subject to change. Although we thank all applicants for applying, only those under consideration will be contacted.

These are C.U.P.E. Local 2011 positions with a wage of $25.73 per hour (2026 rate) plus 15% in lieu of benefits. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca.

Deadline to apply: November 8, 2026 at 11:45 p.m. Competition: 26261.

The District of Saanich is proud to once again be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. As an inclusive, supportive, and high performing organization, we are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We aim to attract and retain passionate, skilled individuals from all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and thrive. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] in confidence. We are here to support your full participation.