Junglesport Program Instructor
Junglesport is Hiring!
Junglesport Inc. is a mobile climbing and adventure company that provides exciting and challenging climbing programs for students in Grades K-12. Operating for almost 20 years, Junglesport services over 250 schools each year! Junglesport is currently looking for 1 full-time (37.5 hours/week) instructor for our unit in Burlington and the surrounding area. Contracts for this area are primarily based in Hamilton and Burlington, but there is occasional work in St. Catharine's, Kitchener/Waterloo, and Oakville/Mississauga. This position will start with training on the week of September 7th, 2026 and run through the school year.
Job Responsibilities
Working with a co-instructor, you will be responsible for:
- Set up and tear down the Junglesport structure each week
- Performing daily inspections of safety equipment
- Demonstrate, support, and supervise the use of Low Rope activities for younger students
- Demonstrate, support, and supervise the use of Fixed Line and Top Rope systems
- Changeover of activities throughout the week
- Adhere to company policies, procedure, and curriculum
- Demonstrate strong risk management skills
- Ensure the safe and professional delivery of Junglesport programs
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Benefits of working with Junglesport
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- A fun, interactive work day
- A great opportunity to gain teaching experience with a range of ages and abilities
- A fantastic opportunity for people with interests in kinesiology, physical fitness, coaching, teaching, and outdoor recreation
- School contracts allow for time off around school breaks such as Christmas, March Break and summers
- Pay starting at $19-21
- Opportunity for pay increases and progression based on performance
- Travel compensation for long commutes (>50km or 1 hour)
- Access to Pro Deal Pricing on climbing brands such as Petzl and Arc’teryx
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Qualifications and Skills
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- Minimum 1 year instructional experience working with youth aged 4-16
- Experience in recreation or education such as camps, outdoor programs, or teaching
- Climbing experience is beneficial, but not required
- Comfortable with heights
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs for setups and teardowns
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, diligence, and professionalism
- G License and reliable vehicle access is essential due to the mobile nature of the company
- Programs are booked in a consistent geographical area; however, some extra driving may be occasionally required
- Ability to work and problem solve with minimal supervision
- Experience with Large Vehicles (F550+) or trailer towing is a considerable asset
- Clean Vulnerable Sector Police Check Required
- Clean MVR
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Personal Qualities
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- Excited to learn new skills
- Thrives in an active and fast paced environment
- Strong attention to detail
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have reliable access to a vehicle?
Experience:
- teaching or coaching: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class G Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
