Section: Recreation Services
Division: Parks and Recreation Services
Department: Community Services
Initial Reporting Location: Falconbridge Recreation Centre
Job Status: Casual part time positions - Taekwondo Instructors
Union Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Inside Unit
Hours of Work: Up to 48 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: Yes (days/evenings, occasional weekends)
Range of Pay: Group 6 - $28.02 to $32.94 per hour
The start date will follow the selection process.
A criminal record check is required for this position and will be requested by the Hiring Manager should you be the candidate of choice. Please do not submit your criminal record check with your application.
Please be aware that public transit options to Sudbury's outlying areas are limited. Therefore, the ideal candidate must have reliable transportation for commuting to and from work.
The City of Greater Sudbury is seeking qualified Taekwondo Instructor(s) to plan and deliver safe, engaging, and progressive martial arts instruction at Falconbridge Recreation Centre. Working with children, youth, and adults, the instructor will create a welcoming environment that supports skill development, personal growth, and community participation.
Main Function
Under the general supervision of the Recreation Coordinator, this position is responsible to design a class format (e.g. Taekwondo) that encourages safety and class participation and to deliver the program.
Duties
1. Design a class format that encourages safety and class participation and to deliver the program (e.g. Taekwondo).
2. Perform proper techniques as to not cause injury or harm to any pupil in the class.
3. Instruct at the appropriate level for each class.
4. Be attentive and alert to the regards of all pupils in the class.
5. Provide supervision and guidance to Leisure Instructors assisting with class delivery as required.
6. Assist in the cleaning and general maintenance of the hall and ensure that equipment is maintained and properly set up.
7. Responsible for being aware of the recreation facility policies.
8. Inform Immediate Supervisor of any misconduct by a pupil in the class.
9. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of City's Health and Safety policies and the applicable provincial legislation listed therein.
10. Perform other related duties as required.
Note: The above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all inclusive.
Qualifications
Education and Training:
- Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
Experience:
- Two and one-half (2½) up to and including five (5) years of related fitness instruction experience.
- Standard First Aid/CPR Level C
- For Karate Instructor – Taekwando - Minimum Black Belt.
Other Requirements:
- Demonstrate ability to deal with the public in a courteous manner.
- Demonstrate participation in continuing education courses and workshops.
- Demonstrate commitment to the philosophy and goals of City’s fitness programs.
- Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
- French verbal skills an asset.
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the position.
- Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and accountability in meeting job responsibilities.
- Provide at own cost, a Criminal Records Check.
- Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid Class G driver’s licence, and have an acceptable driving record.
Competencies: (click to view)
Competency Library - Level 2 Proficiency (Individual Contributor)
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