Skate Park Instructor - Fall/Winter/Spring 2025-2026

Town of Newmarket; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the Town of Newmarket's Recreation and Culture Team as a Skate Park Instructor. This role involves developing skateboarding programs for youth, ensuring safety while supervising participants, and requires strong communication skills and relevant certifications. Ideal candidates are passionate about skateboarding and recreation, aiming to foster a positive community environment.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of skateboard or scooter riding experience.
• Experience in sport and recreation instruction is an asset.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and special events.

Responsibilities

• Set up and take down skate park equipment and report issues.
• Develop lesson plans and evaluate participant progress.
• Monitor attendance and ensure safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work with children and youth

First aid knowledge

Crisis management skills

Education

National Skateboard Certification Level 1 or 2

Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification

High Five certification

Job description

Skate Park Instructor - Fall/Winter/Spring 2025-2026

Join the Town of Newmarket's Recreation and Culture Team as a Skate Park Instructor and make a difference in your community! We are seeking dedicated individuals passionate about skateboarding and working with youth to deliver high-quality programs and events.

Position Details:

• Requisition #: 25-136
• Location: Town of Newmarket
• Job Type: Seasonal/Sessional (12 months)
• Category: Recreation
• Pay Range: $18.07 - $19.17 per hour
• Posted: June 2, 2025
• Closes: July 14, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Set up and take down TelMAX Indoor Skate Park equipment and report issues.
2. Develop lesson plans and evaluate participant progress.
3. Prepare and distribute report cards and communicate with parents/guardians.
4. Monitor attendance and ensure safety protocols are followed.
5. Supervise participants, ensuring the use of safety equipment.
6. Complete incident reports, provide first aid, and notify supervisors as needed.

Qualifications:

1. 2-4 years of skateboard or scooter riding experience.
2. Experience in sport and recreation instruction is an asset.
3. Ability to work well with children, youth, and adults.
4. Excellent communication skills with the public, participants, and staff.
5. National Skateboard Certification Level 1 or 2 is an asset.
6. Availability for evenings, weekends, and special events.
7. Police Vulnerable Sector Check (satisfactory).
8. Current Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification.
9. High Five (Principles of Healthy Child Development) certification.
10. Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) or Safe Management certification is an asset.

Additional Notes: Certifications are not required at application but must be obtained before employment begins. The Town offers opportunities for certification. We are committed to accommodating all applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code.