Skateboarding Instructors are responsible for planning and implementing skateboarding camps; ensuring all policies and procedures are adhered to; supervising groups of children and youth ages 7-14; organizing camp supplies and equipment; set-up and clean-up duties; as well as other duties as required for camps to operate smoothly.
Description of Duties:
- Planning and facilitating age appropriate lesson plans and activities in skateboarding
- Adhering to all UBC Camp’s policies and procedures
- Supervising children and youth ages 7-14 years old
- Implementing positive behavior management strategies
- Administering care in emergency and first aid incidents, exercising sound judgement and leadership, deferring to supervisors where appropriate
- Other duties as necessary
Skills & Attributes:
- You love working with children!
- Excellent team work + communication skills
- Strong organizational + leadership skills
- Adaptable + problem solving skills
- Positive + outgoing personality
- Intrinsically motivated to ensure inclusive, quality camp experiences
- Ability to prioritize safety, while creating fun + memorable experiences
Qualifications:
- Previous coaching, work or volunteer experience with children in group settings
- Skateboarding knowledge and expertise
Prerequisites:
- Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check
- Current Standard First Aid Certification with CPR-C + AED
- Ability to use personal cell phone for work purposes, including data required
Supervision Received:
This position reports directly to UBC Camps Head Instructors, with support from the UBC Camps Coordinator and UBC Camps Manager as needed. The employee works under a set of policies and procedures, and is expected to defer to the supervisor when any judgment or decision making outside these parameters is required. The role maintains regular contact with the supervisor through email, phone, and in-person interactions.
Contract Length:
August 4-28, 2026. Part-time, weekday morning hours (8:15am-12:15pm).
Mandatory Pre-Camp Training:
- Online Modules – flexible
Wage: $18.25 – $28.00 per hour, dependent upon qualifications and previous experience.
Application Deadline: Position open until filled - must be filled by July 31*
Due to a large number of applicants, only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted. Late or incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We especially welcome applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract, Casual, Seasonal
Pay: $18.25-$28.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
