Youth Physical Programs - Child & Youth Program Instructor

100 Reasons Y; Wasaga Beach; On-site; CAD 23,419 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation $17.60 per hour

Flexible work week

YMCA Health and Fitness membership

Job summary

100 Reasons Y is seeking a Child and Youth Program Instructor for their Wasaga Beach YMCA branch. You will facilitate engaging programs for children and youth, ensuring a safe and fun environment that promotes healthy development.

This role requires excellent communication, flexibility, and a commitment to child safeguarding. Join a dedicated team and make a positive impact in the lives of participants while enjoying flexible working hours with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work flexible hours based on program needs.
• Clear Police Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• Experience working with children in a recreational setting is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured programs for children and youth.
• Coach and appropriately supervise children during programs.
• Maintain records as needed, including attendance.
• Work as part of a team to ensure a clean facility.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Exceptional time management and organizational skills

Standard First Aid/CPR Certification ‘C’

Healthy Child Development training

Job description

Youth Physical Programs - Child & Youth Program Instructor

Job Description

Posted Friday, June 26, 2026 at 4:00 a.m. | Expires Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 3:59 a.m.

Opportunity

Join our team at the Wasaga Beach YMCA Simcoe/Muskoka as a Child and Youth Program Instructor and be part of a journey of fun and growth! We are all about creating a safe and exciting environment for children, youth, and families while delivering top-notch, values-based programs and services. In this role, you will provide exceptional programming for our “Stay and Play” program, offering play-based drop-in service.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver structured programs for children and youth, with the ability to modify programs to meet the age-appropriate and developmental needs of all participants
• Coach and appropriately supervise children during scheduled programs
• Communicate with all participants and their caregivers, members, staff and volunteers
• Maintain records as needed, including attendance sheets, program area maintenance items and daily checklists
• Work as part of a team to ensure a clean and well-maintained facility at all times

You bring:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Standard First Aid/CPR Certification ‘C’
• Healthy Child Development training or experience working with children in a recreational setting is an asset
• Clear Police Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Must be able to work flexible hours based on program needs
• Willingness to participate in mandated training to be completed before or shortly after commencement of work including:
  • AODA Training
  • Health & Safety Awareness Training
  • Bill 168 (Violence & Harassment in the Workplace) Training
  • PCI Compliance
  • WHMIS
  • Child Safeguarding Training

Why work for the Y:

At the YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka, we believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members and staff. As a Child & Youth Program Instructor, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of our members and the community. You will work alongside a supportive team of individuals who are committed to our mission of building healthy communities.

• Compensation $17.60 per hour
• Flexible work week including days, evenings and weekends
• Wellness day
• YMCA Health and Fitness membership

About us:

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is a registered charity dedicated to building healthier, stronger communities by promoting physical, mental, and social well-being for all. We offer a wide range of inclusive and affordable programs and services to individuals and families, regardless of their background or financial situation.

Applications will remain open until filled.

This role is for an existing vacancy that is available or will be available at the time of fulfillment. We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

EEO Statement

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Each step of our recruitment process is human-led; we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated screening tools. Individuals needing employment accommodation in the hiring process or job postings in an alternative format may contact the People and Culture department at [e-mail].

In keeping with our commitment to child and youth safeguarding, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check and employment reference checks. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis and the offense(s) – if any – are considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position. Police Records Checks must be renewed every three years.