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Jr. Head Instructor
1 day ago
Job Posting
Position Title: Jr. Head Instructor
Reports to: Program Coordinator
Job Type: Temporary Contract, Summer
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Variety Village, Scarborough ON
Rate: $18.75-$19.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications
Who we are:
Located in southwestern Scarborough, Ontario, Variety Village is an inclusive, adaptive, and family friendly facility serving more than 30,000 individuals each year. Variety Village has had, and continues to have, a profound impact on the lives of people with disabilities and their families. Through adaptive sport and recreation programming, outreach and education, Variety promotes inclusion and healthy living through adapted physical activity.
Summary:
The Junior Head Instructor supports Head Instructors in leading adapted camp programs, ensuring activities are inclusive and tailored to individual participant needs. This role assists with staff supervision, training, evaluations, and daily operations, while modeling best practices and stepping into Head Instructor duties when required. Strong knowledge of disabilities, behaviour strategies, and effective communication are essential for success.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:- Assist Head Instructors in planning and delivering camp activities.
- Adapt programming to meet the individual needs of participants with disabilities.
- Support Camp Coordinator and Supervisors with in-service training sessions.
- Supervise support staff and 1:1 staff, ensuring they fulfill their responsibilities.
- Provide feedback to Head Instructors and assist in completing evaluations for instructors and 1:1 staff throughout the summer.
- Assign volunteers to appropriate roles each week.
- Lead groups through activities in an organized, inclusive, and engaging manner that keeps participants active and motivated.
- Provide excellent customer service to families and caregivers by building rapport and effectively communicating about participants' experiences.
- Assist Head Instructors in holding weekly staff meetings to address group concerns, share teaching strategies, and coordinate program plans.
- Model positive leadership and professional behavior in interactions with staff, participants, and volunteers.
- Mentor and support instructors in developing their skills and confidence.
Serve as acting Head Instructor when the Head Instructor is on break or temporarily unavailable.
Attend weekly staff meetings to stay updated, discuss camper needs, share observations, and collaborate on planning and support strategies.
- Other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational needs.
Qualifications and Key Competencies:
Strong knowledge of disabilities and strategies to support participants and manage challenging behaviour.
Experience in integrated programming and adapted sport/recreation.
- Knowledge of disability awareness, accessibility provisions, and use of adapted equipment.
- Valid certification in Standard First Aid with CPR-C.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience supervising staff, co-op students, or volunteers.
- Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is an asset.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Dependable, reliable, and professional.
- Positive, proactive approach to work.
- Familiarity with facility operations and program schedules to effectively support staff, participants, and families.
Interested applicants must complete an Application Form by January 23, 2026. Please note that selected applicants will be required to participate in a multi-step interview process. A criminal check will also be required.
Application Form:
Variety Village is committed to building an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity, values differences, and supports the full participation of all employees. We welcome applications from those who are passionate about contributing to a workplace culture where everyone feels valued and included. We welcome applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2S & LGBTQIA+ persons, and anyone who can add to the diversity of our team. We offer accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process, upon request.
Vacancy and AI Disclosure:
This position is a current, active vacancy. We are actively recruiting to fill this role.
Variety Village does not use artificial intelligence (AI) in any part of our recruitment or hiring process. All applications, interviews, and notes are reviewed and conducted by our recruitment team.
We thank all applicants in advance and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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