Guide Dog Mobility Instructor

Job Type : Full time

Deadline : January 31, 2026

Job Description

Contact at organisation : Rob Cramer, CNIB Guide Dogs

Phone : +1 (613) 697-9216

Email : Rob.Cramer@cnib.ca

Position Title : Guide Dog Mobility Instructor

Reports To : Manager, Guide Dog Training

$57,768–$72,210 a year – Full-time

I. Scope and Summary of Primary Responsibilities

The Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI) will be an integral member of our Guide Dog training team, delivering a best-in-class program designed to empower Canadians who are blind or partially sighted to achieve greater independence and mobility through the support of a guide dog.

The GDMI will play a vital role throughout the participant journey—from initial program entry through to successful matching with a guide dog—supporting individuals in reaching their goal of living independently in partnership with their guide dog.

II. Essential Functions

The position entails, but is not limited to the following general responsibilities :

• Implement and deliver training courses to program participants, which also may include staff colleagues and apprentices within the program.
• Ensure that the trained guide dogs are suitably paired to an appropriate program participant by thoroughly understanding the dog’s temperament and skills and how these would best compliment the needs within the lifestyle of the participant.
• Train all dogs within the program according to established IGDF standards as well as specific program principles as determined by CNIB Guide Dogs, which includes identifying temperamental and behavioral characteristics and ensures the application of appropriate training methods.
• Assess and recommend specific dogs that have the necessary attributes to progress within the established training program, including those that are deemed to be better suited in a different function within the program.
• Provide the necessary aftercare services to the trained guide dog and participants that supports a high level of mobility, dog welfare and maximizes the pairing between the Guide Dog and its handler.
• Assess the capacity and skills-sets exemplified by the trained guide dog and how to best apply these in consideration of the assessed capacity of the participant.
• Develop a mobility plan, tailored to the participant, to meet needs and expectations in relation to the individual’s mobility goals and the use of a Guide Dog.
• Have an ability to provide ongoing written reports that enhance quality control and contribute to a historical summary on each dog within the program that lead to recommendations throughout the formal training process.
• Act as an ambassador for CNIB Guide Dogs, promoting a best-in-class service and professional public image.
• Develops and maintains positive and professional working relationships with participants, colleagues and volunteers.
• Committed to a continuous high level of quality outputs and customer service.
• Delivers in collaboration with colleagues upon the annual training objectives and core program activities as required in an identified timely manner.
• Proven ability and experience to work within a team environment and contribute sound solutions to any operational matters.
• This position works under the general direction of the CNIB Guide Dogs guidelines and standards but has the required latitude in making decisions on daily activities as it pertains to their role and responsibilities.
• The GDMI operates with direct supervision from the Manager, Guide Dog Training Teams and consults with this individual on issues that are more complex or that may require a higher level of approval.
• The GDMI works in a team environment and in collaboration with the Manager, Guide Dog Training Teams and the entire training team to achieve annual objectives.

III. Qualifications

Knowledge and Skill Requirements :

Experience and Education :

BENEFITS

Perks : We offer industry leading comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards packages and a wide range of perks, including :

If this sounds like the role for you, please visit our website to submit an application.

Closing date : January 30, 2026

Please note that while we invite applications from all interested and qualified applicants, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant.

Working Together for Change

Our diversity is our strength – we take pride in our inclusive workplace. We are committed to recruiting and selecting candidates through fair, transparent, and accessible practices. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind, and those who identify as women and / or 2SLGBTQ+.

CNIB is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.

If this sounds like the role for you, please visit our website to submit an application via this link :

Guide dogs make an enormous difference to the lives of blind and visually impaired people. Not only do they bring the gift of independence, they also bring support, companionship and joy to people who really need it. The International Guide Dog Federation (IGDF) relies solely on member contributions to continue our work. Help us give the gift of a guide dog to a blind or visually impaired person today!

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