Tennis Instructor

The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 3rd consecutive year as one of Canada’s Best Employers, and ranked in the top three for Government Services by Forbes and Statista Inc The City of Markham is a dynamic and change-oriented leader that stands out from other Canadian municipalities. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as much as for our fiscal accountability. More than 353,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.

**Location**: Angus Glen Community Centre

**Hours of Work**:Shifts vary from weekends and during the week in the evenings.

**Join us and make a lasting difference**

**JOB SUMMARY**

In this position you will be responsible for the preparation, organization and delivery of recreational tennis programs for children, youth, adult and seniors. You will also be responsible for ensuring a positive and safe environment for participants and peers.

**KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Facilitates leads and supervises the program.
- Organizes and writes lesson plans to be handed in by week two of the program. Develops lesson plans specific to the abilities of each group. Reviews lesson plans with the Recreation Supervisor/Program Co-coordinator prior to class and submits at the end of each session.
- Prepares and organizes program equipment and supplies, maintaining an inventory of supplies, reporting to the Program Coordinator/Recreation Supervisor any items needing replacement.
- Keeps attendance records and checks with participants who have extended absences. Gives all new participant names that are not on the list to the Program Coordinator/Recreation Supervisor.
- Ensures safety at ALL times, enforcing safety regulations as set out by the City of Markham sports, fitness, arts and leisure programs policies and procedures.
- Ensures the site, equipment and supplies are appropriate to the activity and environment to reduce and minimize risk to other staff and participants.
- Ensures all program participants are aware of upcoming events, program changes or cancellations.
- Follows and ensures adherence of policies and procedures working closely with other City staff to ensure consistency. This includes COVID-19 health and safety protocols such as donning personal protective equipment (PPE) i.e. facemasks, goggles etc.

**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS**
- Level 1 Ontario Tennis Association (OTA) Instructor Certification
- Minimum 3 years experience in the discipline of tennis, instructional experience with children, youth, adults and seniors is an asset.
- Current Standard First Aid Certification with CPR “C” required.
- High Five Certificate and adherence to the principles of Healthy Child Development. (Children ages 6 to 12 years).
- Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
- Good verbal/written communication skills, customer service skills and sensitivity to interact with a diversity of parents and staff in a courteous and efficient manner.
- Follows City of Markham’s policy, procedures and COVID-19 health and safety protocols such as donning personal protective equipment (PPE) i.e. facemasks, goggles etc.

**CORE BEHAVIOURS**
- ** Service Excellence**: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
- ** Change & Innovation**: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
- ** Teamwork & Relationship Building**: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
- ** Communication**: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
- ** Accountable & Results Oriented**: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
- ** Management & Leadership**:Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.