Physical Literacy Program Leader

**POSITION TITLE** Physical Literacy Program Leader

**REPORTS TO** Supervisor of Physical Literacy Programs

**COMMITMENT** Part-time; 2-30 hours/week

**COMPENSATION PACKAGE** Range between $19.25 and $22.25/hour

**Do you enjoy helping people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for health and wellness? If so, we’d love to meet you**

**Why PISE?**

PISE (Pacific Institute for Sport Education) is more than just a fitness centre — we’re a community hub for movement, inclusion, and sport development. Since 2008, we’ve supported people of all ages and abilities across South Vancouver Island by promoting active, healthy lifestyles. We’re proud to be a non-profit leader in physical literacy and accessibility, transforming lives through education and sport. Learn more at pise.ca.

**About the Role**:
Physical Literacy Leaders work across Victoria to deliver programs for children and youth age 18 months-18 years old that develop physical literacy. In this role, you will be responsible for facilitating games and play based activities that develop the movement skills and confidence of children and youth in a safe, engaging and welcoming environment. This role may also encompass the facilitation of balance bike programs, early years programs and adapted programs. PISE is committed to providing programs for children & youth who many not otherwise have access and therefore leaders may work with vulnerable youth, children who experience a disability, indigenous communities and low-income families. Delivery occurs at PISE, in Elementary and Middle schools, recreation centers, and community centers across the Greater Victoria region.

**As a Physical Literacy Program Leader, you will**:

- Work as part of a team overseeing the delivery of fun, engaging programs for children and youth that use physical activity to develop physical literacy
- Teach movement skills through games and play-based activities
- Ensure a safe environment (physically & emotionally) for both the children and staff
- Maintain verbal and written communication with the team regarding successes and challenges
- Deliver first aid as necessary
- Responsible for transportation to/from your offsite locations and equipment drops
- Promote PISE as a destination for health, physical activity, education, sport development & community programs
- Complete other tasks related to the physical literacy department
- Sanitize hands and equipment when necessary

**What You Bring**:

- Post-secondary degree/diploma in Sport Science, Education, Child Development or other related field (or working towards) or equivalent experience
- Experience leading a variety of physical activities and sports for children and youth with varying abilities
- Current Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C
- Current Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Screen, or willingness to provide one prior to start of position
- NCCP Fundamental Movement Skills certificate considered an asset or willingness to obtain in training
- HIGH Five Principles of Healthy Childhood Development certificate considered an asset
- Experience with balance bikes considered an asset
- Experience with early years ages considered an asset
- Physical Literacy Instructor Certification considered an asset
- Healthy lifestyle and an interest in health & wellness
- Demonstrates a sound understanding of physical literacy and developmental traits of children
- Possesses strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates drive and initiative
- Ability to build strong relationship based on trust, support, and open communication
- Analyzes issues and resolves problems with excellent judgement and decision-making skills
- Promotes teamwork and commitment to PISE’s overall mission, vison, and goals

**POTENTIAL SHIFTS**

Shifts would take place during the following times, Monday to Sunday. Shift times can range between 2-8 hours/day. Shifts are flexible and can be adjusted to fit your schedule on a part-time basis. The schedule below indicates our the hours are programs typically fall into.

Monday 8:30am-5:00pm

Tuesday 8:30am-8:30pm

Wednesday 8:30am-5:00pm

Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm

Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Saturday 8:30am
- 5:00pm

Sunday 8:30am - 5:00pm

**TO APPLY** Please submit a resume and a cover letter by 11:59pm, Aug 29, 2025 to:
Jordan Paterson

HR and Administrative Coordinator

Thank you for your interest in PISE.

Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of the four designated groups; women, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal peoples, and visible minorities

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $19.25-$22.25 per hour

Expected hours: 2 - 30 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexible schedule
- On-site gym
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-08-29