Instructor (Support/technical)

**About Western**: Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference. **About Us**: The Faculty of Health Sciences is a large, diverse, and comprehensive unit, comprised of six Schools (Nursing, Kinesiology, Health Studies, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Communication Sciences and Disorders), a large Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, and four Research Centres. The Faculty has more than 3,200 undergraduate students and more than 800 graduate students (200 PhD students). The Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging (CCAA) was established in 1989 as a research and community centre, affiliated with the Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's Health Centre and the Faculties of Kinesiology and of Medicine and Dentistry at Western. Shortly after its establishment the Centre received a federal grant to develop exercise and leadership programs for older adults **Responsibilities**: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Course Educator Support is responsible for leading and delivering leadership courses for the CCAA. The incumbent will also assist in course curriculum review, content development and oversee interactive fitness classes delivered through the CCAA. The Course Educator Support will work closely and support undergraduate and graduate students during clinical placement activities. **Key Responsibilities**: - Supports the creation, revision, delivery and upkeep of CCAA leadership courses as needed. - Evaluates, reviews and grades assignments and requirements for participants who are working towards the Senior Fitness Instructor Course (SFIC) certification and/or renewal process. - Oversees the coordination and quality control of fitness classes online and in-person delivered through the CCAA - Coordinates with students to develop a safe virtual environment for the delivery of leadership courses and fitness classes. - Works toward fulfillment of participant goals as outlined on the SFIC Standards. - Attends educational in-services that are deemed appropriate by the CCAA. - Reports any situations that are deemed inappropriate to the CCAA. - Ensures all incidents are reported in a timely manner in accordance with legislation and Western's policies and procedures. - Functions and reports in compliance with the Western's and CCAA policies and procedures. **Education**: - Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or equivalent - Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging’s Seniors’ Fitness Instructor Certification (SFIC) - Current First Aid & CPR certifications or must be obtained prior to employment start date. **Experience**: - 1 year related online or in-person fitness instruction experience - Experience working with older adults and promoting health and well-being through physical activity **Skills, Abilities & Expertise**: - Strong verbal communication skills - Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation - Ability to create a positive impression while interacting with others and responding to inquiries in person, by telephone or electronically - Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve technical issues - Passion to work hard with a propensity to pursue goals with energy and persistence - Reliable with the consistent ability to work assigned shifts - Ability to develop, teach and effectively lead a range of classes and activities **Why Western?**: Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English. **Western Values Diversity**: **Please Note**: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. This position is expected to be filled internally for re-appointment.