Program Instructor I

Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls is seeking temporary Recreation Program Instructors to deliver high-quality recreation programs for various age groups in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The role pays $25.63 per hour and requires planning, safety, inclusivity, and strong customer service.

Responsibilities include program delivery across arts, crafts, games, sports, and wellness; maintaining records; handling incidents; and representing the City professionally at all times.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Experience leading programs in a recreation environment.
• Skills and knowledge in areas such as arts & crafts, games, sports, dance, etc.
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Police Clearance Vulnerable Sector Check.
• First Aid/CPR-C and High Five principles are assets.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver recreation programs for varied age groups.
• Ensure safety of participants during programs.
• Provide an inclusive, welcoming, safe environment with excellent customer service.
• Prepare and maintain attendance, incident reports, and other documentation.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies according to procedures and administer first aid when required.
• Maintain professional relationships with participants, staff, and the public as a City representative.
• Attend meetings and training sessions; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Program leadership

Flexible program areas

Job description

Closing Date ( closes at 11:59 pm on date noted below ): December 30, 2026

Job Type: Temporary

Department: Recreation and Programs

Salary: $25.63 - $25.63

Position Summary: Recreation Program Instructors will deliver high-quality recreation programs for a variety of ages which may include children, youth, adults and older adults. Program areas may include arts & crafts, games, sports, dance, general interest, wellness, etc.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver recreation programs for a variety of age groups which may include children, youth, adults and older adults
• Ensure safety of participants while taking part in programs
• Provides an inclusive, welcoming, safe environment, and excellent customer service.
• Prepare and maintain documentation including attendance, incident reports, and other administrative duties as required.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies by following established procedures and administering first aid when required.
• Maintain professional and positive relationships with participants, staff, and the public as representatives of the City of Niagara Falls.
• Maintains good relations with staff and public at all times as a City of Niagara Falls representative.
• Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age
• Experience leading programs in a recreation environment
• Skills and knowledge in a program area such as arts & crafts, games, sports, dance etc.
• Strong Customer Service, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Police Clearance Vulnerable Sector Check
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C and High Five's Principles of Healthy Child Development are assets

The City of Niagara Falls is dedicated to creating an accessible and inclusive organization and fostering a workplace culture which reflects the diverse nature of the residents we serve. In accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the City will accommodate the individual needs of candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please feel free to contact us at [e-mail] or 905-356-7521 ext 4317.

Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act and will only be used to determine suitability for this position. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those advancing through the selection process will be contacted.