Sports Instructor (Cricket) - Etobicoke/York District

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in community recreation is seeking a passionate individual to lead instructional sports programs for children. This role emphasizes the importance of promoting social and physical development through engaging activities. You will have the opportunity to work closely with young participants, ensuring they enjoy safe and enriching recreational experiences. If you are enthusiastic about sports and eager to contribute to your community, this part-time position offers a unique chance to make a positive impact while developing your coaching skills.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old with significant experience in sports.
• Requires Emergency First Aid certification recognized by WSIB.

Responsibilities

• Plans and leads instructional sports programs for children.
• Evaluates participants and ensures safety standards are met.
• Interacts with staff and parents to provide program information.

Skills

Instructional Sports Programs

Emergency First Aid Certification

Coaching Certification

Experience with Children

Education

Multisport A Certification

Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification

Job description

Important:Do not apply to this job opportunityif you are a returning City of Toronto employee, instead please complete anonline scheduling form .

The Community Recreation Branch is responsible for the delivery of high-quality, community-based recreation programs and services to the diverse neighbourhoods of Toronto. We provide a variety of programs that promote the social and physical development for people of all ages, with an emphasis on children and youth. The Community Recreation Branch strives to ensure Toronto residents have positive recreational experiences that enhance quality of life and contribute to lifelong active living.

Req ID: 56241 Job Category: Sports Job Type: Temporary, Part-time Hourly Rate: $17.82 Number of Positions: TBD Start Date: TBD Work Location: TBD District: Etobicoke/York Season: Fall Duration: TBD Shift Information: TBD Division: Parks, Forestry & Recreation Section: PFR CR Community Recreation Posting End Date: 06/01/2025

Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes and leads instructional sports programs (Cricket)
• Evaluates participants and completes progress reports.
• Stores equipment in a safe and secure location.
• Performs administrative tasks to support the program.
• Interact with staff, parents and participants to provide program information.
• Develops and prepares an individual or team for competition.
• Ensures staff follow the principles of Healthy Child Development (HIGH FIVE) in the planning and delivery of programs.
• Ensures that program facilities, equipment and supplies meet Health and Safety standards.
• Takes action to deal with incidents, problems and emergencies and comply with Divisional/City Policies and Procedures.
• Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions.

Qualifications:

• Must be minimum 16years of age.
• Significant experience working with the appropriate age group. (Ball Hockey, Soccer, Basketball, etc.)
• Experience and expertise as a participant and/or assistant instructor in the sport.
• Must have Multisport A, Level 1 technical, community coach technical or instructional technical certification or other equivalent provincially or nationally recognized sport-specific accreditation.
• Must produce original current Emergency First Aid certification as recognized by the WSIB.
• You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario's Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.

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Accommodation: If you are an individual who requires accommodation, due to disability under the Ontario Human Rights Code, to apply for this position, please email us at [e-mail], quoting the RequisitionIDand the jobtitle. The City is committed to providing Code-protected accommodation throughoutits hiring process. Please visit Hiring Policies and Statements for further details.

Vulnerable Sector Check:One of the requirements for working with children and vulnerable adults is applicants providing the results of a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC). Once a candidate completes online onboarding documentation, candidates that reside in the City of Toronto (postal code starts with "M") will be sent an email with a voucher code to complete an online VSC application with Toronto Police at no cost. Applicants who reside outside of the City of Toronto will need to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check from their local Police Service at their own cost. For further information on the vulnerable sector screening, please contact your local Police Service.