Specialized Instructor III Job Details | Richmond Hill

Richmond Hill; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Richmond Hill is seeking a Specialized Instructor III for temporary part-time work. You will lead specialized recreation programs for various age groups, ensuring engaging and inclusive experiences. Candidates must have the required certifications and be able to adapt activities based on participant needs, contributing to a positive and safe environment.

Qualifications

• Must have advanced certification in the activity being taught.
• Experience with ages 6-12 requires High Five PHCD Certification.
• Must possess Emergency First Aid and CPR-B certifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons and activities for all participant levels.
• Ensure participant safety and modify activities for inclusivity.
• Supervise program activities and maintain good public relations.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Time Management

First Aid

Education

Advanced certification or technical training

High Five PHCD Certification

Emergency First Aid and CPR-B

Job description

Specialized Instructor III

Posting Id 3046 Number of Positions 1 Department Community Services Division Recreation and Culture Services Shift Monday to Friday Rate of Pay $28.42- $28.42Hourly Job Length/End Date June 30, 2026 Job Type Temporary Part Time Posting Type Internal and External Posting Date 07/14/2025 Application Deadline 08/31/2025 Position Summary

Reporting to the Education Program Coordinator, the Specialized Instructor III, will provide high quality instruction to participants in a specialized recreation program. Participants may range in age from preschoolers to older adults. The Specialized Instructor will prepare a course outline and implement age-appropriate activities, ensure participant safety and engagement, follow policies and procedures, and work effectively with the Education Program Coordinator.

Disciplines: Computers, Wellness Workshops, Tai chi, Qi gong, Martial Arts, Kickboxing, Hiking, Adult Cooking Programs

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and deliver high quality and stimulating lessons for all levels of participants
• Keep current with industry trends
• Actively engage participants
• With the assistance of the integration team, modify activities to ensure participants with disabilities are able to participate in programs and be fully integrated into the program setting.
• Ensure there are a variety of activities in the program related to the type of activity being taught.
• Ensure participant safety and security throughout the program
• Communicate and interact with participants and make everyone feel welcome
• Report to work in sufficient time to ensure the program is ready to start on time
• Provide a list of supplies/equipment and set up needs required for the program to the Education Program Coordinator
• Supervise all aspects of the program including participants and volunteers.
• Complete and submit all necessary paperwork in a timely manner (e.g. attendance records, drop in sheets, list of hours worked, etc.
• Assist the Education Program Coordinator with delivering program evaluations to participants
• With the assistance of the integration team, modify activities to ensure participants with disabilities are able to participate in programs and be fully integrated into the program setting.
• Wear assigned uniform/name tag
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and training sessions prior to, during and outside regular programming hours.
• Maintain excellent public relations at all times.
• Maintain good communication with staff and volunteers, facility users, and the Education Program Coordinator.
• Understand and implement the policies and procedures of the Facility(s), and of the Community Services Department.
• Represent the City of Richmond Hill in a cooperative, organized, enthusiastic and well-groomed manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Must possess advanced certification or technical training in the activity being taught or Certification by accredited organization in field of discipline
• High Five PHCD Certification is required if working with participants ages 6 – 12 years
• Emergency First Aid and CPR-B
• Minimum 2 years related experience

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to provide First Aid at the Emergency First Aid Standard.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Requires satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
• Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
• Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
• Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust
• Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
• Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture
• Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
• Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
• Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
• Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust
• Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
• Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture
• Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service

Leadership Competencies

• Demonstrates personal leadership
• Builds people and culture
• Cultivates open communication
• Shapes the future
• Navigates and leads through complexity and change

Attention Internal Candidates: All current City of Richmond Hill employees are required to apply via the ‘View Jobs for Current Employees ’ link on the City’s Careers Page .

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

TheCity of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.