Verified Job
Trainer
Master Instructor - Sports
Trainer
#727531
Remote / WFH
Town of Oakville
Job Description
Job Details:
Part-Time
Posting Status:
Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants.
Closing Date:
Applications for this position must be received at oakville.ca by no later than 11:59 pm on July 13, 2026.
This posting is for current and future opportunities and will be filled on an as needed basis. Applications will be considered for any openings that become available between now and July 13, 2026.
This is a part-time position working evenings and some weekends for a total of 1-3 hours per week.
Job Responsibilities:
As a Master Instructor – Sports, you will be leading comprehensive programs for volleyball, football, soccer, tennis, hockey, floor hockey, badminton or basketball to meet the needs of all registered adult, youth and/or child participants. You must be a skilled player capable of coaching and instructing a wide range skill sets related to your scheduled sport. You will also be expected to act as a knowledgeable resource to participants and their families and ensure that instruction is conducted in a safe environment that encourages participation and personal development.
Provide sport instruction to program registrants
Arrive at your program site in time to properly prepare, set up and start the program according to schedule
Develop a detailed program plans for a variety of ages and skill levels
Follow the class format and content as required
Ensure on-site safety of participants
Deliver exceptional customer service (including welcoming, conduct and communication) to all participants
Provide detailed feedback and progress and personal development plans to registrants and parents of registrants
Conduct Program Administration (attendance tracking, registration update, incident reports as required)
Work cooperatively and supervise instructor assistants and youth volunteers
Liaise with Facility Manager, Program Supervisor, Facility Operations and Customer Service staff
Notify the Recreation Coordinator/Fitness of any problems and/or recommendations regarding participants, courts or facilities, which may affect the program
Attend staff meetings as requested
Meet with prospective customers to provide program information and to encourage participation
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Standard First Aid with AED/CPR C
HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) certification is a requirement
Proven experience with children, youth and adults
Coaching Certification and/or rep playing experience is considered an asset
Demonstrated ability in volleyball, football, soccer, tennis, hockey, floor hockey, badminton, basketball or skateboarding required
Ability to work with limited supervision
Access to reliable transportation
Please note that this position requires a satisfactory criminal record and vulnerable sector screening check dated within the last 30 days as a condition of employment. Candidates who are under the age of 18 at the time of hire will only be required to provide a criminal record check.
DATED: April 17, 2026
The Town’s recruitment software includes elements of artificial intelligence to assist in the screening and short-listing of qualified candidates.
This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview process that their qualifications match those specified. Applicants may also be required to undergo testing.
We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Part-Time
Posting Status:
Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants.
Closing Date:
Applications for this position must be received at oakville.ca by no later than 11:59 pm on July 13, 2026.
This posting is for current and future opportunities and will be filled on an as needed basis. Applications will be considered for any openings that become available between now and July 13, 2026.
This is a part-time position working evenings and some weekends for a total of 1-3 hours per week.
Job Responsibilities:
As a Master Instructor – Sports, you will be leading comprehensive programs for volleyball, football, soccer, tennis, hockey, floor hockey, badminton or basketball to meet the needs of all registered adult, youth and/or child participants. You must be a skilled player capable of coaching and instructing a wide range skill sets related to your scheduled sport. You will also be expected to act as a knowledgeable resource to participants and their families and ensure that instruction is conducted in a safe environment that encourages participation and personal development.
Provide sport instruction to program registrants
Arrive at your program site in time to properly prepare, set up and start the program according to schedule
Develop a detailed program plans for a variety of ages and skill levels
Follow the class format and content as required
Ensure on-site safety of participants
Deliver exceptional customer service (including welcoming, conduct and communication) to all participants
Provide detailed feedback and progress and personal development plans to registrants and parents of registrants
Conduct Program Administration (attendance tracking, registration update, incident reports as required)
Work cooperatively and supervise instructor assistants and youth volunteers
Liaise with Facility Manager, Program Supervisor, Facility Operations and Customer Service staff
Notify the Recreation Coordinator/Fitness of any problems and/or recommendations regarding participants, courts or facilities, which may affect the program
Attend staff meetings as requested
Meet with prospective customers to provide program information and to encourage participation
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Standard First Aid with AED/CPR C
HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) certification is a requirement
Proven experience with children, youth and adults
Coaching Certification and/or rep playing experience is considered an asset
Demonstrated ability in volleyball, football, soccer, tennis, hockey, floor hockey, badminton, basketball or skateboarding required
Ability to work with limited supervision
Access to reliable transportation
Please note that this position requires a satisfactory criminal record and vulnerable sector screening check dated within the last 30 days as a condition of employment. Candidates who are under the age of 18 at the time of hire will only be required to provide a criminal record check.
DATED: April 17, 2026
The Town’s recruitment software includes elements of artificial intelligence to assist in the screening and short-listing of qualified candidates.
This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview process that their qualifications match those specified. Applicants may also be required to undergo testing.
We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
