JOB TITLE: Tennis Instructor I (Fall 2024)
DEPARTMENT: Community Services
NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 2
JOB STATUS & DURATION: Part-time, seasonal and temporary
HOURS OF WORK: 24 hour workweek / variable hours / flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays is required
LOCATION: Chinguacousy Park
HOURLY RATE: $17.43
POSTING DATE: July 02, 2024
CLOSING DATE: July 23, 2024
AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Reporting to the Recreation Programmer/Recreation Coordinator, Instructors are responsible for planning, organizing and implementing a high quality program that is stimulating and enjoyable for all participants. Responsible for the safety and well-being of registered participants at all times.
- Plan, organize and deliver high quality safe and stimulating tennis lessons for all levels of participants
- Keep current with industry trends and new class formats
- Provide a high level of front line customer service including greeting and engaging participants
- Communicate with participants in regards to lesson opportunities and accident prevention
- Maintain complete vigilance while on duty and be ready to respond to any emergency situation
- Supervise and mentor volunteers and assistants
- Complete administrative duties in a timely manner (eg. attendance, incident/accident reports, opening and closing procedures)
- Maintain a safe and tidy program space ensuring equipment is set-up and stored appropriately
- Report all concerns, accidents and incidents to immediate supervisor for follow up and take appropriate action
- Maintain an understanding of department programs and services
- Understand, adhere to, and enforce Corporate Policies & Procedures, Confidentiality Guidelines, Emergency Procedures and Health and Safety Standards for all participants and staff
- Attend meetings/training as required
- Performs other duties as assigned
SELECTION CRITERIA:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum 3 years experience teaching at Coach 1 level
OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS:
- Minimum 16 years of age
- Minimum 1 year of coaching/instructional experience, considered an asset
- Teaching certification from Tennis Canada or equivalent from accredited organization, considered an asset
- Current Standard First Aid / CPR C from an accredited organization, or ability to obtain within 1 month of date of hire
- HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development or Sport Certification, or ability to obtain within 2 months of the date of hire
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills
**Preference will be given to students that have a permanent residency in Brampton.
**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.
Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.