Outdoor Education Instructor

Nature & Scope: The Fall Outdoor Centre Program Instructor is a contract position responsible for delivering and facilitating recreational and educational programs throughout the season. The instructor is primarily responsible for programming (canoeing, kayaking, swimming, high ropes, initiatives, archery, environmental programs, out trips etc.) and site support. The Fall Program Instructor will report directly to the Outdoor Centre Assistant Director under the supervision of the Outdoor Centre Director. Come join our team and enter a workplace full of new opportunities and experiences Responsibilities: - Facilitate programs for school, adult, family and other special interest groups during week days and weekends;
- Act as the liaison with teachers, group leaders and other small staff teams;
- Provide site support including set up of all program areas and maintenance of trails and program equipment as well as assisting the site service staff in general site maintenance in and around the YMCA Wanakita Outdoor Centre;
- Maintain continuity and quality in programs by working co-operatively with all groups and other non-program Wanakita staff.Qualifications: - Minimum certification is Standard First Aid with CPR C; and Pleasure Craft Operator's Card;
- Experience in camp, outdoor education/recreation/instructional field - NLS, ORCKA Basic Canoe Instructor, Camp Canoe Instructor, Canoe Tripping 2, greater or equivalent are considered assets;
- Lifesaving Instructors considered an asset;
- Challenge Course Practitioner Certificate from and ACCT accredited trainer is considered an asset;