Posted 3 months ago
Instructor CY Programs Sports
@ YMCA OF GREATER TORONTO
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
YMCA OF GREATER TORONTO is hiring a part-time Instructor for Children and Youth Programs in Sports at Central YMCA, on a 6-month contract at $20.99 per hour with variable hours as needed. The role plans and delivers weekly sports lessons for children and youth, coaches participants, reports their progress to parents, and maintains equipment and records.
Pay:
$20.99 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver weekly sports lesson plans
- Coach and assess children and youth participants
- Report participant progress to parents and supervisor
- Take attendance and maintain progress records
- Set up, inspect and maintain sports equipment
Requirements summary:
- Diploma or degree in child or youth field, or equivalent experience
- NCCP Fundamental Movement Skills, Planning a Practice, Design a Basic Sport Program and Making Headway
- Minimum 1 year instructing youth in basketball, soccer or volleyball
- Flexible availability including weekday afternoons, evenings and weekends
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Education |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | NCCP Fundamental Movement Skills, NCCP Planning a Practice, NCCP Design a Basic Sport Program, NCCP Making Headway, Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C and AED |
| Background checks | criminal record, vulnerable sector |
| Encouraged to apply | Racialized people, Indigenous peoples, People with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | child development, youth work, recreation, kinesiology |
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YMCA OF GREATER TORONTO
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✨A charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.✨
Full company description
Everyone deserves a chance to shine. That’s why the YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to promoting equity and boosting well-being across the GTA — but as a charity, we don’t do it alone. When many think of the Y, a charity may not be the first thing that comes to mind — but our ability to ignite the potential in people and spark change for the better is only made possible by the loyalty of our participants, the generosity of our donors, and the dedication of our volunteers and staff. Thanks to the breadth, quality, and inclusive nature of the services and programs we offer across our network of 500+ locations in the GTA, we attract a diverse and dynamic mix of participants and will never turn anyone away due to their financial circumstances. Many participate for life and many more choose to give back when they have the means, so that others can benefit from experiences like their own — experiences that can only be found at the Y. Our focus on well-being means we help people thrive not only physically, but mentally and socially as well. We offer volunteering opportunities; safe spaces for teens; child care; camps; career guidance; employment services; support for immigrants; and a range of other services essential for individuals and communities to shine their brightest. No matter your needs or stage of life, when you join the Y community, you get to be part of something special. Over our 170-year history, we’ve adapted to meet our communities’ most urgent needs. Today, these needs include mental health supports, affordable housing, accessible child care, help navigating our precarious labour market, and community for isolated older adults. By offering a safe destination where anyone can grow, lead, and give back, the Y has become both a beacon of inspiration and a trusted anchor of support driven by our knowledgeable, friendly, and caring volunteers and staff.
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- Reported office locations
- 90 Eglinton Avenue East, unit 300, Toronto, ON M4P 2Y3, CA
- Business categories
- Training
- Health Care
- Education
- Fitness
- Non Profit
- Other recorded names
- YMCA of Greater Toronto
- Specialties
- Health & Fitness programs
- Child care programs
- Camps
- Employment services
- Education & Training programs
- Youth & Family Services
- Immigrant services
- and Emergency shelter
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Everyone deserves a chance to shine. That’s why the YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to promoting equity and boosting well-being across the GTA — but as a charity, we don’t do it alone. When many think of the Y, a charity may not be the first thing that comes to mind — but our ability to ignite the potential in people and spark change for the better is only made possible by the loyalty of our participants, the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, ON |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1853 |
| Specialties | Health & Fitness programsChild care programsCampsEmployment servicesEducation & Training programsYouth & Family ServicesImmigrant servicesand Emergency shelter |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 59 |
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Hourly Rate: $20.99 – Check out the YMCA’s total compensation package! | |
Location: Central YMCA | Work Hours: As needed |
Employment Type: Contract Part Time Hourly (6 months) | Number of Vacancies: 1 |
Anticipated Start Date: Immediately | Deadline to Apply: October 12, 2026 at 5:00pm |
Be the Spark! Join our passionate team and help us to achieve great things in our community!
The Instructor Children and Youth Programs - Sports delivers YMCA-based sports programming that supports the development, engagement, and success of children and youth participants. The role applies established curriculum and resources to create inclusive, safe, and effective learning environments while adapting programming to meet participant needs. Through coaching, instruction, and relationship-building, the position contributes to positive participant experiences and the overall quality of youth programs.
In this role, you will:
- Develop and implement sequential weekly lesson plans.
- Recognize participant learning styles and adapt course delivery methods accordingly.
- Deliver course content and evaluate participants according to established YMCA criteria.
- Coach and develop participants to support their achievement of program goals.
- Communicate children’s progress verbally and in writing to parents and the Supervisor.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date weekly progress sheets and participant records.
- Assist and encourage program members to access additional appropriate programs offered at the location, in collaboration with individual program members, program volunteers, and YMCA program staff.
- Participate actively in scheduled programs, meetings, and special events.
- Take attendance and ensure participants are signed into and out of the program.
- Set up and take down recreational, program, and other equipment as required; inspect equipment to ensure it is safe and in good repair, report malfunctions immediately, and remove damaged equipment from circulation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
You bring:
- Diploma or degree in field related to working with children or youth or equivalent experience.
- Completion of NCCP Fundamental Movement Skills, NCCP Planning a Practice, NCCP Design a Basic Sport Program, and NCCP Making Headway training is required.
- Current certification in Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C and AED, is an asset.
- Minimum 1 year of previous experience instructing children and youth in one or more of the following sports: Basketball, Soccer, and Volleyball.
- Good theoretical and practical knowledge of various stages of child and youth development through previous related experience and continuing professional development.
- Evidence of continuing professional development in working with children and youth.
- Ability to encourage and motivate members and volunteers and acknowledge and appreciate their achievements and contributions.
- Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with members, staff, and volunteers.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Flexibility regarding assigned work schedules, including weekday afternoons, evenings and weekends.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging.
What you need to succeed:
- Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values
- A commitment to uphold strong, safeguarding practises that protect the safety, well-being, inclusion of children and youth
- YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter
Why work for the YMCA?
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here.
Joining the Y means contributing to over 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2025–2030 strategic plan, Greater Together, which outlines how we are focused on building communities where people feel healthier and more connected to their neighbours.
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.
In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks here.
The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.
Check out the next steps in our recruitment process and see what others are saying about working at the YMCA.
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