Skate Instructor 1

North Vancouver Recreation & Culture; District of North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

North Vancouver Recreation & Culture (NVRC) is seeking a friendly Skate Instructor 1 for the fall/winter season across three rinks: Karen Magnussen, Harry Jerome and Canlan Ice Sports.

You will deliver skating lessons to children and adults, prepare lesson plans, demonstrate techniques, and ensure equipment is in good condition; a Police Information Check is required.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have current Standard First Aid and HIGH FIVE Certification.
• Teaching/instructing experience and NCCP certification are assets.
• Police Information Check is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver skating lessons to children and adults.
• Prepare lesson plans and instruct programs to teach skating skills.
• Check equipment and report repairs as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching ability

Team player

Education

NCCP certification

Skate instructing courses

Tools

HIGH FIVE Certification

STANDARD FIRST AID

Job description

Skate Instructor 1

(Casual) Competition #26047C

North Vancouver Recreation & Culture (NVRC) is dedicated to building healthy individuals, families, and communities. We offer a wide range of recreation and cultural programs and services to residents of all ages and abilities. We are looking for a positive, enthusiastic, and friendly individual to deliver memorable experiences to our customers.

WHY WORK FOR US?

NVRC values employees, offering a competitive salary and a great working environment.

GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE

You will be delivering excellent customer service experiences by preparing lesson plans and instructing programs to teach children and adults how to skate; demonstrating skating techniques to individuals and groups of all ages and abilities; and checking that equipment is in good working order by making minor adjustments and informing supervisors when repairs are needed.

ABOUT YOU

You love the rink and helping others be better skaters. You are a team player committed to making a difference in your community. You are a proficient skater and have sound knowledge of ice-skating skills. You have a genuine interest in teaching skating skills to children and adults. You are an excellent communicator with a positive, energetic, and enthusiastic attitude.

We are looking for people to work for the fall/winter season. Days and times could be any of the following: Mondays 3:30-7:30pm, Tuesdays 3:30-8:00pm, Wednesdays 3:45-6:00pm, Thursdays 3:30-6:30, Fridays 3:30-6:45pm, Saturdays 9:15am-1:00pm, Sundays 10:45am-1:15pm.

We operate lessons out of three rinks: Karen Magnussen, Harry Jerome and Canlan Ice Sports.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must have current Standard First Aid and have HIGH FIVE Certification or obtain HIGH FIVE certification within 3 months of hire. Teaching/instructing experience, NCCP certification or, other skate instructing courses are considered an asset.

All candidates are required to submit a Police Information Check as a requirement of the position.

HOURS OF WORK:

Hours may vary and instructors should be prepared to work days, evenings and/or weekends at any North Vancouver Recreation & Culture location.

HOURLY RATE:

The pay for this casual position ranges between $19.57 - $22.84 per hour, based on education and experience, plus 4% vacation pay.

CLOSING DATE

OCTOBER 30, 2026

We thank you for your interest in employment with the North Vancouver Recreation and Culture Commission and advice that only those selected for an interview will be contact