Sports Recreation Instructor at The Corporation Of The Town Of Aurora

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Aug, 26

Salary

24.04

Posted On

14 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sport Instruction, Coaching, Behavior Management, De-escalation, Customer Service, Physical Literacy, Program Delivery, Supervision, First Aid, CPR-C

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Sports Recreation Instructor(s) Employment Type: Permanent, Part Time Location: Aurora, Ontario Hourly Range: $21.17 - $24.04 Closing Deadline: June 14, 2026 The Town of Aurora is located in the heart of York Region and just 30 kilometers north of Toronto. Our vision is to become a progressive community with a small-Town charm and our mission is to deliver exceptional services that make people proud to call Aurora home. Our workforce is talented, diverse, and committed to fostering a culture that exemplifies teamwork, embraces innovation, and values diversity, equity, and inclusion to achieve mission excellence. It is important that our workforce reflects the citizens we serve. Come join us at the Town of Aurora, “You’re in Good Company”. The Town of Aurora is currently looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our Recreation team in the Fall of 2026! Position Summary Reporting to the Youth and Community Development Coordinator and/or Youth Programmer, the Sports Recreation Instructor will be responsible for delivering sport and recreation programs to participants of all ages and abilities. This role involves overseeing the instruction, safety, and supervision of participants in the Town’s sport drop-in and registered programs. The instructor will deliver age-appropriate programming, incorporating sport-specific skill development and progressions, with a focus on physical literacy and fundamental movement skills. Qualifications * Be an advocate for play and physical activity and able to provide intentional sport instruction that develops motor, social and cognitive skills in participants. Multi-sport background and previous coaching experience is an asset. * Experience working with youth and adults in a recreation setting is an asset. * Good customer service, behaviour management and general de-escalation skills. * Foster an inclusive, positive and safe environment for all participants and be able to deal courteously and effectively with program participants, facility users, the general public and staff. * Must possess a valid Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificate issued by a training agency recognized by the WSIB. * HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) certification is an asset. * Be available to work flexible hours including daytime, evenings, weekends and holidays. * Sport specific certifications or qualifications are an asset. Successful applicants to this position will be required to provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check that is satisfactory to the Town prior to their start date at the applicants’ own cost. The Town of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We are committed to recognizing and celebrating the diversity of opinion, talent and expertise that make each person unique. We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicant information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used to determine qualifications for employment with the Town of Aurora. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division at 905-727-3123. Artificial Intelligence Transparency Notice At the Town of Aurora, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our recruitment process. While we utilize a recruitment system (ADP Workforce Now) with Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered capabilities, we do not currently use AI technology to screen, assess or select applicants relating to the recruitment process. While our system is equipped with AI tools, we prioritize a human-centered approach to recruitment. All candidate evaluations are conducted through direct human interaction, ensuring that hiring decisions are based on a thorough review of qualifications, skills, experience, and corporate cultural fit. We remain committed to transparency, fairness, and compliance with all relevant legislation, including Bill 149, in order to protect the rights and privacy of all applicants.

Responsibilities

The instructor is responsible for delivering sport and recreation programs to participants of all ages and abilities. This includes overseeing instruction, safety, and supervision while focusing on physical literacy and fundamental movement skills.