Part Time Program Instructor, Bollywood Dance - Adult (Seasonal Programs)

Town of Ajax; Ajax; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee & Family Service Program

Health & Wellness Program

Fitness Centre Combo Membership

OMERS pension

Job summary

The Town of Ajax is seeking a Program Instructor to plan and implement a beginner to intermediate Bollywood dance program. You will teach fundamentals, lead groups, and ensure a safe, inclusive environment.

Responsibilities include developing an 8–12 week program, maintaining attendance records, and coordinating with the Community Recreation Coordinator. Part‑time, non‑union, with shifts including days, evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of teaching/coaching the outlined style of dance (Adult Bollywood) or equivalent leadership experience.
• Minimum 2–3 years of advanced skills/experience in the activity being taught.
• Knowledge and experience delivering recreation programs and services.
• Experience working with adults in a recreational setting.
• Current Standard First Aid certification with CPR C.
• Clear Criminal Reference Check (Vulnerable Sector) within six months of hire.
• Available to work various shifts including days, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements a safe, enjoyable 8–12 week Bollywood dance program.
• Leads groups of participants and ensures safety and well‑being of the class.
• Provides individualized approach to help mastery of skills.
• Ensures equipment and supplies are available and safe.
• Deals with incidents and emergencies per departmental policies.
• Completes attendance sheets weekly and submits them to supervisor.

Skills

Teaching experience

Group leadership

First Aid / CPR C

Criminal Reference Check

Flexible schedule

Job description

Department Recreation & Culture Job Type Regular Number of Positions 1 Affiliation Non-Union Compensation Range $24.62 - $26.77

Job Summary

Reporting to the Community Recreation Coordinator, the Program Instructor is accountable for planning and implementation of a safe and enjoyable beginner to intermediate program, teaching the fundamentals of dance. [Provide specific program/sport details].

Job Duties

• Develops and implements a safe and enjoyable 8-12 week dance program, under the supervision of the Community Recreation Coordinator.
• Current Adult program requirements are for Bollywood dance.
• Leads groups of program participants and ensures the safety and well‑being of your assigned class.
• Provides an individualized approach that assists with the mastery of skills and development within the program.
• Ensures that the necessary equipment and supplies are available, and that such equipment and supplies are maintained in a safe condition.
• Takes appropriate action to deal with incidents, problems and emergencies, as outlined in the departmental policies and procedures.
• Ensures that the attendance sheets are completed accurately every week and submitted to the appropriate supervisor at the end of each session.
• Assists in the development and implementation of special needs programming in conjunction with supervisor.
• Creates an environment that fosters a positive and inclusive program experience.
• Creates an environment where participants strive to participate fully, perform the best of their ability, and learn new skills.
• Works cooperatively and maintains ongoing and effective communication with participants, and the Community Recreation Coordinator.
• Ensures the class is prepared before the participants arrive and that it is clean after the students leave.
• Ensures the safety and well‑being of your assigned class.
• Abides by the Town of Ajax policies and acts in a professional manner at all times.
• Ensures effective public relations, and problem solves as necessary.
• Performs administrative tasks necessary to support the program.

Qualifications/Skills

• Must be a minimum of 16 years of age or older.
• Minimum 1 year of teaching/coaching the outlined style of dance specified for the Adult Bollywood program and/or leadership skills and a combination of training, education, and experience deemed equivalent.
• Minimum 2-3 years of advanced skills/experience relevant to the activity being taught, acquired through multiple years of participation and lessons.
• Knowledge and experience related to the delivery of recreation programs and services.
• Experience working with adults in a recreational setting.
• Current Standard First Aid certification with CPR C certification.
• Able to provide a clear Criminal Reference Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) that is current (completed within the last six months), upon being hired.
• Must be available to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends.

What is Offered to Staff Compensation

We offer competitive pay that reflects the responsibilities of the position.

Hours of Work

This is a non-union position that works up to 24 hours per week.

The hours of work are Sunday to Saturday, various shifts between 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Town Perks

• The Town offers part‑time staff access to an Employee & Family Service Program, Health & Wellness Program, Town of Ajax Fitness Centre Combo Membership and a defined pension plan (OMERS pension - https://www.omers.com/).

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Ajax is committed to employment equity and building a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, especially those who have been historically excluded, including Black and Indigenous people, racialized communities, disabled persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and others facing systemic inequities. If selected for an interview, you will be provided with an opportunity to indicate your access needs. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and respectful hiring process. If you would like to request content in an alternate format, please contact Human Resources by emailing [e-mail]. Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment.

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