Specialty Fitness Instructor - North York District

Résumé du poste

Design, promote, and instruct specialized group fitness classes for diverse age groups and abilities. Manage equipment setup, monitor participant attendance, and ensure safety protocols are followed during sessions.

Détails du poste

Important: Do not apply to this job opportunity if you are a returning City of Toronto employee, instead please complete an online scheduling form. The Community Recreation Branch is responsible for the delivery of high-quality, community-based recreation programs and services to the diverse neighbourhoods of Toronto. We provide a variety of programs that promote the social and physical development for people of all ages, with an emphasis on children and youth. The Community Recreation Branch strives to ensure Toronto residents have positive recreational experiences that enhance quality of life and contribute to lifelong active living. Req ID: 66931 Job Category: Fitness Job Type: Temporary, Part-time Hourly Rate: $36.86 Number of Positions: Talent pool for future vacancies Start Date: TBD Work Location: TBD District: North York Season: Winter Duration: TBD Shift Information: TBD Division: Parks, Forestry & Recreation Section: PFR CR Community Recreation Posting End Date: 09/30/2026 Note: Please indicate your area of specialty when applying and on your resume. Responsibilities: Designs, promotes and implements specialized fitness classes within the guidelines of a recognized specialty fitness (Nia, Yoga, Tai Chi, Pilates, Qigong) certifying organization. Plans, organizes and instructs safe and enjoyable group fitness classes for all ages and abilities. Sets-up and takes-down all necessary equipment for the class. Reports any incidents/accidents and/or areas of concern to supervisor. Monitors and maintains attendance, fitness passes and memberships. Interacts with staff, participants and the public to provide program information. Ensures safe use, condition and storage of equipment. Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions. Qualifications: Must be minimum 16 years of age. Current certification in one or more of: Pilates, Yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong. Experience in planning and implementing a wide variety of fitness classes for all ages and abilities. Technical knowledge of fitness and wellness. Must produce original current First Aid certification (Emergency or Standard) as recognized by the WSIB. Degree or Diploma in Physical Education/Health, Fitness & Wellness would be an asset. Fitness Certification as Group Fitness Leader would be an asset. Must possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario's Principles of Healthy Child You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario's Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time. We thank all applicants for their submission. Candidates selected to advance beyond the screening stage will be contacted. Be sure to check your email regularly, including junk/spam mail folder, and log in to your profile to see the status of your application under Jobs Applied. Accommodation: If you are an individual who requires accommodation, due to disability under the Ontario Human Rights Code, to apply for this position, please email us at recjobs@toronto.ca, quoting the Requisition ID and the job title. The City is committed to providing Code-protected accommodation throughout its hiring process. Please visit Hiring Policies and Statements (toronto.ca) for further details. Vulnerable Sector Check: One of the requirements for working with children and vulnerable adults is applicants providing the results of a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC). Once a candidate completes online onboarding documentation, candidates that reside in the City of Toronto (postal code starts with "M") will be sent an email with a voucher code to complete an online VSC application with Toronto Police at no cost. Applicants who reside outside of the City of Toronto will need to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check from their local Police Service at their own cost. For further information on the vulnerable sector screening, please contact your local Police Service.

Ce que vous ferez

Design, promote, and instruct specialized group fitness classes for diverse age groups and abilities. Manage equipment setup, monitor participant attendance, and ensure safety protocols are followed during sessions.

Exigences

Must be at least 16 years old and hold current certifications in specific fitness disciplines like Yoga or Pilates. A valid First Aid certification and completion of the Principles of Healthy Child Development course are mandatory.

Compétences indiquées

• safety monitoring · Souhaitée
• Premiers soins · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Fitness instruction
• Group fitness leadership
• Yoga
• Pilates
• Tai Chi
• Qigong
• First aid
• Equipment setup
• Program planning
• Public interaction
• Safety monitoring
• Incident reporting
• Child development principles
• First Aid Certification
• Planning
• Physical Education
• Working With Children
• Child Development
• Forestry
• T'Ai Chi Ch'Uan
• Scheduling

Domaines d’emploi

• Sports & Recreation
• Government & Public Sector
• Education
• Fitness Instructor
• Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor
• Fitness and Recreation Instructors and Programme Leaders
• Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors