Martial Arts Instructor - Scarborough, Canada - YMCA of Greater Toronto

YMCA of Greater Toronto

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Scarborough, Canada

1 week ago

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Description

Rate of Pay:
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Location:
Scarborough YMCA

Work Hours: 20 hours/week

Employment Type:
Regular Part Time Hourly

Number of Vacancies:
Multiple

Anticipated Start Date:
September 1, 2023

Deadline to Apply:
August 22, 2023

Be the Spark Join our Health & Fitness Team, where you will personally be a part of making our community a better place to live

The Martial Arts Instructor delivers programming, develops short and long term lesson plans incorporating physical literacy guidelines and ensuring the unique needs of the participants are met.

Instructors maintain a safe environment at all times.

In this role, you will:

Instruct participants in Martial Art specific content.
Develop and implement sequential weekly lesson plans.
Recognize participant learning styles and deliver content accordingly.
Coach and develop participants to meet success.
Communicate (verbal and written) child's progress to parents and Supervisor.
Maintain accurate, up to date weekly progress sheets and records for participants.
Take attendance, ensure participants are signed into and out of the program.
Set up and takes down equipment as required at the same time checking that equipment is safe and in good repair (reporting immediately all malfunctions and removing the damaged equipment immediately from circulation.)
Build relationship with members and seeks opportunities to share the YMCA story and educates members and guests on the YMCA as a Charity.
Ensure qualifications and certifications as required by the YMCA and regulatory standards are current at all times.
Actively participates in scheduled programs, meetings and special events.
In collaboration with individual program members, program volunteers and YMCA program staff, assists and encourages program members to access additional appropriate programs offered at this location.
Demonstrates appropriate behaviours in line with our Mission, Vision and Values as reflected in our YMCA competencies; takes a member focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the Association. Represents the YMCA and the Association in a professional manner.
Understands the importance of the volunteer staff partnership and integrates the value of philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with members, volunteers, donors and staff.
Other duties as assigned.

You bring:

Current certifications in the following Lifesaving Society awards: Standard First Aid & CPR level C
Minimum 1st Dan in specific Martial Art discipline (Joshinmon Kai
Shorin Ryu)
Minimum 2 years' experience instructing children and teens in specific Martial Art discipline (Joshinmon Kai
Shorin Ryu)
Experience competing and coaching at a Provincial Level Competition is an asset
Welldeveloped interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
Flexibility regarding schedule, including days, evenings and weekends.

What you need to succeed:

Commitment to the YMCA's Mission, Vision and Values
Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.

We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work.

We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

See what you can expect from the YMCA here.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 165 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors.

Learn more in our strategic plan, _Ignite the Light_,_ which outlines how we are focused on boosting well-being and promoting equity across the Greater Toronto Area.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check.

Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is