Yoga/Pilates Instructor

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As a Yoga or Pilates Instructor, you will be responsible for planning and leading registered and/or drop-in fitness programs. Primary duties include:

• Teach specific skills to participants through progressive physical fitness development and sharing of knowledge.
• Develop the design, plan, and resources for the program.
• Assess participant needs and provide adaptations as necessary.
• Ensure safety of participants.
• Prepare and maintain equipment, supplies, and program space.
• Maintain program records and assist with program evaluation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Yoga Alliance or recognized Yoga Certificate with a minimum of 200 hours of Yoga training; OR
• A minimum in Basic Mat Pilates training and 20 hours of practical teaching.
• Previous leadership and instructional expertise in yoga or Pilates.
• Level 2 Yoga Instructors require extensive leadership and instructional expertise in discipline.
• Demonstrated ability in assessing participant needs and determining adaptations as necessary.
• Strong communication skills along with demonstrated initiative, planning, and organizational skills.
• Sound judgment in safety standards and well-developed customer service skills.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Current Intermediate First Aid certification (equivalent to Standard First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) level "C", and Automated External Defibrillator (AED)) is required.
• A valid Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Search must be provided. Date of completion must be within the last 12 months.
• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
• Applicants may be contacted, interviewed and hired throughout the duration of this competition.

Position and Pay Information

• Business Unit: Recreation and Social Programs
• Union: Non Union/Code 86
• Position Type: 3 On-Call
• Compensation: Instructor Level 1 $33.57 - 41.96 per hour
• Instructor Level 2 $37.76 - 48.26 per hour (2026 Rates)
• Hours of work: This position works on-call hours based on operational requirements.
• Days of work: This position typically works various days including daytime, evenings, and weekends.
• Location: Various Locations
• Audience: Internal/External
• Apply By: July 31, 2026
• Job ID: 314583