Program Leader - Gym/Sports/General/Youth

City of Delta; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal organization in British Columbia is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the role of Program Leader. Responsibilities include planning and delivering a variety of engaging activities for children and youth aged 2 to 18 years. Ideal candidates will have experience in recreation or childcare, along with strong communication and leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary of $25.93 per hour plus benefits. Apply by August 17, 2025.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or youth in a recreation or childcare setting is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work Delta-wide is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities for children and youth aged 2 to 18 years.
• Coaching various sports and leading before/after school care.
• Delivering preschool-aged programs and youth activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Tools

Valid First Aid

CPR certification

High Five certification

Food Safe certification

Class 5 BC Driver’s License

Job description

The City of Delta is seeking dynamic, creative, and energetic individuals to lead a variety of social, cultural, sport, and recreational programs at our community recreation facilities.
Program Leaders are responsible for planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities for children and youth aged 2 to 18 years. This role requires individuals who are enthusiastic, high-energy, and passionate about working with children and youth in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment.

We are currently hiring Program Leaders for a range of program areas, including:

• Coaching various sports
• Before and after school care
• Preschool-aged programs
• Afterschool programs and drop-in activities
• Youth Programs and drop-in activities

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with children or youth in a recreation or childcare setting is preferred
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid First Aid, CPR, High Five and Food Safe certifications are considered assets
• A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License is desired
• Ability to work Delta-wide is considered an asset

City of Delta provides a competitive salary of $25.93 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits. Interested applicants are requested to apply online by August 17, 2025.

At the City of Delta, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of our community, providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized, valued and celebrated.