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 over 20 years, Junglesport services over 250 schools each year! Junglesport is currently looking for 2 full-time (37.5 hours/week) instructor for our units in Ottawa and surrounding area. Contracts for this area cover schools in Ottawa, Gatineau, and Ottawa-area (within an hour's drive). Bilingualism in English and French is a significant asset. This position will start in July for our summer camp programming and continue in September and beyond. Candidates must be able to work full-time from September onward.
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 the Winter and March Breaks
- Pay starting at $19-21
- Additional pay available for bilingualism in English and French
- Opportunity for pay increases and progression based on performance
- Travel compensation for long commutes (>50km or 1 hour)
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Qualifications and Skills
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- 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
- Trailer towing experience an asset
- Clean Vulnerable Sector Police Check Required
- Clean Motor Vehicle Record (3 year Abstract)
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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
Experience:
- Trailer Towing: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
- English and French (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class G Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
