Sports Instructor (Lacrosse) - North York District

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate individual to lead community sports programs aimed at enhancing the recreational experiences of children and youth. This role involves planning, organizing, and delivering engaging sports activities while ensuring safety and adherence to healthy development principles. Ideal candidates will have experience in sports instruction and a commitment to fostering positive interactions with participants. Join this dynamic team to make a meaningful impact in the community and promote active living among Toronto's youth.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in sports like Ball Hockey, Soccer, or Basketball.
• Current Emergency First Aid certification recognized by WSIB.

Responsibilities

• Plans and leads instructional sports programs for youth.
• Evaluates participants and prepares them for competition.
• Ensures safety standards for facilities and equipment.

Skills

Sports Instruction

Communication

Team Development

Education

Emergency First Aid Certification

Certification in Multisport A

Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification

Job description

Important: Do not apply to this job opportunity if you are a returning City of Toronto employee. Instead, please complete an online scheduling form.

The Community Recreation Branch is responsible for delivering high-quality, community-based recreation programs and services to Toronto's diverse neighborhoods. We offer programs that promote social and physical development for all ages, especially children and youth. Our goal is to ensure residents have positive recreational experiences that enhance quality of life and promote lifelong active living.

Req ID: 56216 Job Category: Sports Job Type: Temporary, Part-time Hourly Rate: $17.82 Number of Positions: TBD Start Date: TBD Work Location: TBD District: North York Season: Fall Duration: TBD Shift Information: TBD Division: Parks, Forestry & Recreation Section: PFR CR Community Recreation Posting End Date: 06/01/2025

Note: Please indicate your area of specialty when applying and on your resume.

Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, and leads instructional sports programs.
• Evaluates participants and completes progress reports.
• Stores equipment safely and securely.
• Performs administrative tasks to support the program.
• Interacts with staff, parents, and participants to provide program information.
• Develops and prepares individuals or teams for competition.
• Ensures staff follow the principles of Healthy Child Development (HIGH FIVE) in program planning and delivery.
• Ensures facilities, equipment, and supplies meet health and safety standards.
• Addresses incidents, problems, and emergencies in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Attends meetings and training sessions.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Significant experience with the target age group in sports such as Ball Hockey, Soccer, or Basketball.
• Experience as a participant or assistant instructor in the sport.
• Certification in Multisport A, Level 1 technical, community coach technical, or other recognized sport-specific accreditation.
• Current Emergency First Aid certification recognized by WSIB.
• Certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario's Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD), provided at no cost upon conditional employment offer.

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Vulnerable Sector Check: Applicants working with children and vulnerable adults must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check. For Recreation Worker positions, only candidates with this check will be considered. Once offered employment, the City will obtain the check for residents of Toronto. Non-residents should obtain a check from their local Police Service. For more info, contact your local Police Service.