Position Type: Part Time (Defined) (Fixed Term) (Seasonal) Closing Date: August 18, 2025 Salary/Wage Range: $17.95 - $32.40 Working for the City of Burlington A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow. We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership. Hours of Work 0-35 hours per week Contract 3 months Department Recreation, Community & Culture Location This position is required to work in person at various sites across the city. Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands. Position Overview The City of Burlington is accepting applications for program staff to work Fall, Winter and Spring programs with the following participant groups and program areas: • Pre-School – for children aged 0-6 years • Children and Youth – for children aged 5 to 18 years • Youth Drop-in Programming Available positions include: Program Leader/Instructor Assistant Programs- RCC Specialized Instructor Community programs in the above areas are provided at various times and locations throughout Burlington. Program staff report to the Recreation Programmer/ Recreation Coordinator and typically work 1 to 3 shifts per week per program. Hours of work will vary with position title and will vary dependent on program need. These positions will work up to 10 months between September and June. Responsibilities Program Staff are responsible for planning and implementing creative and varied programs to meet the needs and interests of all participants. Successful applicants will be responsible for the safety and supervision of participants both on and offsite and are expected to implement and participate in activities. All staff must adhere to all health and safety regulations at all times. Requirements You have the following qualifications or are in the process of obtaining, at your own expense: Standard First Aid and CPR level C certification Behavior Management Systems Training (available through the City of Burlington) HIGH FIVE - Principles of Healthy Child Development The ideal candidate will have experience working with children in a recreational setting. This position requires the individual to have confidence, patience, time management, strong communication and organization skills. The ideal candidate will be creative and demonstrate both active learning and active listening. It is important that the candidate is aware of others’ reactions and understanding behaviours and can provide an inclusive experience for all ages and abilities. Qualifications in post-secondary education or working towards completion of a Degree, Diploma or Certificate in a related field are considered an asset. Please be advised of the following details: Successful applicants are required to be at all mandatory training dates and to complete all mandatory online training prior to program start – training dates will be confirmed with successful candidates and will take place in September prior to program start. Successful applicants will be placed at a location that best fits the program needs. Police Check Requirement This position requires the successful candidate to provide a clear criminal record check with a vulnerable sector check at their own expense. Hourly Range Program Instructors/ Leaders – $22.97 / hour; Assistant Programs RCC - $17.95 / hour; Specialized Instructor – 25.92/ hour Accommodations In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at: hr@burlington.ca if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process. Note to Applicants: We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted. Come work with us at the City of Burlington! Why? Ranked as the most livable city in Ontario, and fifth in Canada, Burlington is nestled in the Greater Toronto Area, with the Niagara Escarpment (a UNESCO world biosphere reserve) in our backyard, and Lake Ontario at our front door. Equipped with a team of approximately 1,150 full-time and 1,000 part-time employees, the corporation of the City of Burlington is an innovative, progressive and hybrid workplace dedicated to delivering more than 37 high-quality services to residents. A career at the City boasts: A positive workplace culture built on a set of organizational values, designed by employees. These values guide our behavior and how we work together. A hybrid work model, with remote and flexible work arrangements. A commitment to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organization to create a workplace where employees can bring their whole selves to work. A focus on service excellence, including high-quality customer experiences, operational performance, and staff engagement. A great pension and benefits package. Collective action to support a climate resilient and low carbon community, implementing actions to become net carbon neutral and prepared for warmer, wetter and wilder weather. Opportunities to continuously learn and grow. These are just some of the reasons to come work with us at the City of Burlington. If you are interested in applying for a job with the city, you must apply online. We no longer accept paper copies of resumes. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the city accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at hr@burlington.ca if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process. We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.
