Pickleball Instructor

Overview

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city-and their careers-forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

Employment Status

Instructor - Auxiliary

Scope

Are you someone who enjoys pickleball and would like to share your knowledge of the sport with others? Do you have outstanding leadership, encourage sportsmanship, and promote individual growth. Do you have excellent customer service skills, a positive attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a culturally diverse community setting.

Responsibilities

• Instructor will be responsible for planning and leading weekly pre-registered pickleball programs for youth and adults as well as supervising and facilitating learn to play drop-in sessions.
• Knowledge and experience playing / instructing pickleball to beginners and intermediate recreation players in a positive and inclusive environment.
• Leadership skills including ability to model appropriate behaviors and demonstrate sound judgment while creating a positive, enthusiastic & fun environment.
• The ability to adapt to varying on court skill levels, have an engaging and enthusiastic personality with a professional manner.
• Report safety hazards and respond to First Aid incidents as they arise.

Successful candidates will be enthusiastic and will have experience participating in and / or coaching a variety of sports. Candidate will be comfortable teaching the beginner to intermediate player and will focus on the proper technique of hitting, court positioning, strategy on the rules and etiquette of the game as a recreational sport. Candidates interested in these opportunities must possess excellent leadership, organizational and customer service skills.

Qualifications

Other Information

Hourly Rate : $22.24

Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check and a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until May 31, 2025.

Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community