Recreation Worker III – General Instructor

Township of Langley; Township of Langley; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

The Township of Langley is seeking an Auxiliary Recreation Worker III – General Instructor to deliver and guide Active Beyond the Bell, skating, arts, crafts, dance and gym activities. You will lead diverse youth programs, supervise activities, and promote safe practices in facilities and equipment.

Reporting to the Community Recreation Manager, you will plan and instruct sessions, adapt to registration schedules, and work on an as-needed basis across programs with non-standard hours.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 with a preference for certification in sports or Early Childhood Education (preschool) and some related instructional experience in a recreational environment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Sound knowledge of program content of assigned programs and activities
• Ability to organize, lead, participate, assist and/or independently instruct program participants, and prepare records related to program progress
• Ability to communicate effectively with program participants, volunteers, staff and the public
• One-year of leadership program experience, National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP), High Five and Fundamental Movement Skills Certifications are considered assets

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and general leadership according to the nature and requirements of the program
• Assist in planning assigned recreational activities and provide instruction in the activities
• Promote interest and participation in recreation programs and ensure safe and proper use of equipment and the facilities
• Perform related work as required

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Instruction

Public speaking

Education

Grade 10

Sports or Early Childhood Education certification

Tools

NCCP Certification

High Five Certification

Fundamental Movement Skills Certification

First Aid/CPR/CARD AED

Job description

Township of Langley

Recreation Worker III – General Instructor

(up to 20) Active Beyond the Bell Program, Skating, General Programs, Sports, Arts and Crafts, Dance and Gymnastics

Competition Number: 26-B036

Employment Type: Auxiliary

Pay Rate: $27.01 - $31.58 per hour (5 steps, 2026 rates) plus 14% in lieu of benefits

Hours of Work: Hours of work vary and are on an as-needed basis, dependent on program registration; Non-standard hours and/or non-standard work week

Competition Opening Date: September 14, 2026

Competition Internal Closing Date: September 28, 2026

Competition External Closing Date: September 28, 2026

Job Overview: The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for up to twenty auxiliary Recreation Worker III – General Instructors (Active Beyond the Bell Program, Skating, General Programs, Sports, Arts and Crafts, Dance and Gymnastics) to join our team of professionals in the Recreation, Arts and Culture Division, Recreation Programs and Services Department. Reporting to the Community Recreation Manager, in this unionized position you will provide leadership and instruction for a variety of recreation programs and activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and general leadership according to the nature and requirements of the program
• Assist in planning assigned recreational activities and provide instruction in the activities
• Promote interest and participation in recreation programs and ensure safe and proper use of equipment and the facilities
• Perform related work as required

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 with a preference for certification in sports or Early Childhood Education (preschool) and some related instructional experience in a recreational environment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Sound knowledge of program content of assigned programs and activities
• Ability to organize, lead, participate, assist and/or independently instruct program participants, and prepare records related to program progress
• Ability to communicate effectively with program participants, volunteers, staff and the public
• One-year of leadership program experience, National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP), High Five and Fundamental Movement Skills Certifications are considered assets

Candidates should be aware of the following offered programs and be available to work for some or all of the following schedules:

• Active Beyond the Bell Program: Monday – Friday, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
• Skating Lessons and other recreation programming: 7 days of the week, mornings, afternoons, evenings

This position is defined by the Township of Langley as a position of trust (Child Safety). The successful candidate(s) will be required to have a Police Information Check as a condition of employment (not required as part of the application process, however, will be required upon consideration for employment).

Required Certifications / Licenses

• Basic (Emergency) First Aid with CPR ‘C’ and AED certification

Applications without the attached required documents will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please title your attachments with the number of this competition and have these documents ready to upload when you apply.

The Township of Langley is an equal opportunity employer.

We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.