Summary of Host Department:

TMU Athletics & Recreation plays a central role in student wellbeing, engagement and connection to campus and community-building while supporting a students’ academic performance and success beyond university. www.torontomu.ca/recreation

Position Overview:

One of the department’s goals is to expand culturally diverse programming in order to better serve our culturally diverse student population. We are looking to do just this with the hiring of more dance instructors for our Learn To Programming (registration based).

Culturally based dance programs we hope to incorporate this fall but are not limited to, are:

  • AfroBeats / AfroDance
  • Bhangra
  • Bollywood
  • Powwow

Our Priorities:

Our #1 priority is making EVERYONE feel safe and welcome in our spaces, placing a special emphasis on students and beginners. The impact of a healthy, active lifestyle and a sense of belonging are too great to miss, especially for those who haven’t historically found their place in spaces like ours. To that end, we focus on:

  • Creating judgement-free spaces & welcoming spaces
  • Feeling great – in all the different shapes humans come in – not ‘looking good’
  • Building community and connection within the class
  • Making the link between moving our bodies and our academic and work performance

Responsibilities:

  • Create a welcoming and accepting environment where all participants feel they belong
  • Teach inclusive fitness classes, providing modifications for participants of all levels and abilities
  • Stress safe workout technique and remind participants about the benefits of moving your body, warming-up/cooling-down, etc
  • Use creative choreography/exercises and music to create motivating and fun classes
  • Knowledgeable and passionate about their culturally based style of dance
  • Actively identify and communicate any issues, injuries or incidents that arise in class with Program Coordinator

Qualifications:

  • Nationally Recognized Certification (ex. Canfitpro FIS, etc), in the process of completing one – if applicable
  • Standard First Aid/CPR C (required once hired)
  • Candidates should possess:
    • clear knowledge & expertise in their style of dance
    • enthusiasm for wellbeing and fitness
    • strong communication and leadership skills

Application Procedure:

We are currently accepting applications and looking to hire. To apply please visit our website at the following link and fill out the TMU REC Fitness & Wellbeing Instructor Application Form.

https://www.torontomu.ca/recreation/about/jobs/#!accordion-1614285723389-group-fitness—learn-to-programs

We appreciate your application; however, due to the high volume of applicants only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Should you have any questions regarding the position or about TMU Recreation in general, please contact us at [email protected].

Excited to welcome you to our talented team of dance instructors!

 

City: Toronto

Job Type: Teaching Culturally Based Dance style(s)

Pay: Paid

 

City: Toronto

Job Type: Teaching

Pay: Paid