Skate Instructor - SEAPARC Community Recreation

Capital Regional District; Sooke; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Capital Regional District is seeking a Skate Instructor to plan and teach skate lessons, supervise public skates and run on-ice programs. The role involves creating lesson plans and running programs for all ages and abilities.

Applicants must be able to teach hockey/skating, maintain safety, and work with other instructors in a team setting. Shifts vary including days, evenings and weekends; wage is CAD 21.19 per hour plus 15% in lieu of benefits.

Qualifications

• Recreational Skate Instructor Course is required.
• Some directly related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish a friendly, safe atmosphere for visitors to the recreation center and maintain good customer service.
• Create and implement lesson plans and program schedules.
• Instruct children and adults of all ages and abilities to skate and play hockey.
• Work cohesively with other instructors in group settings.
• Maintain safe work practices.
• Follow all CRD policies, procedures and standards.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Teach hockey

Skating skills

Rapport with children

Adapt to skill level

Instruct children and adults

Education

Recreational Skate Instructor Course

Some directly related experience

Job description

Job Opportunity

• Req ID: 2002
• Business Unit: Parks Recreation and Environmental Services
• Division: SEAPARC
• Regular / Auxiliary: Auxiliary
• Job Type: Auxiliary as and when needed
• Pay Grade: CAN/05/02/JB04
• Rate of Pay: $21.19 - $21.19 per hour plus 15% in lieu of benefits
• Hours of Work: Varies - as and when needed, including days, evenings and weekends
• Posting Date: August 18, 2026
• Closing Date: Review of applications will begin September 8, 2026 but competition will remain open until filled.

Summary

This position is responsible for planning and teaching skate lessons, supervising public skates and teaching various on-ice programs.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Establish a friendly, safe atmosphere for all visitors to the recreation center and maintain good customer service
• Create and implement lessons plans and program schedules
• Instruct children and adults of all ages and abilities, to skate and play hockey
• Work cohesively with other instructors in group settings
• Maintain safe work practices
• Follows all policies, procedures and standards of the CRD.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Additional Information

• Ability to work a variety of shifts, including weekdays, weekends, holidays, days and evenings, and on an as-and-when-required basis.

Key Skills & Abilities

• Ability to teach hockey and/or skating to children and adults
• Strong, confident skating and/or hockey skills
• Enjoy working with children and/or adults
• Ability to establish rapport with children
• Ability to adapt to skill level of group

Qualifications

• Recreational Skate Instructor Course
• Some directly related experience

Certifications

• Acceptable criminal record check. The applicant/incumbent is required to undergo a criminal record check to work in this position and to report to their supervisor if any criminal charges are laid against them that may be related to their employment.
• Emergency First Aid and CPR-C

We welcome all qualified applicants to apply and may consider a combination of experience, education and/or training where possible. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. In our commitment to bring differing perspectives to our workplace, and to deliver the best possible service to our customers, we encourage and welcome applications from all people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and lived experiences. Please let us know if you require an accommodation during the application and selection process. Your confidential request can be sent to [e-mail]

The Capital Regional District wishes to thank you for your interest and advises that only those candidates under active consideration will be contacted.