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As an experienced Martial Arts Instructors, within Recreation and Social Programs or Parks and Open Spaces, you will be responsible for teaching Kickboxing, Hapkido, Tai Chi, Karate, Kung Fu, or TaeKwonDo programs for children, youth or adults. You will be responsible for planning and instruction of specialized recreational martial arts programs requiring the development of skill base and knowledge in the activity area. Primary duties include:

- Teach specific skills to participants through progressive development and sharing of knowledge.
- Development of design, plan, and resources for program.
- Ensure safety of participants.
- Maintain high degree of customer service.
- Prepare and maintain equipment,



supplies, and program space.
- Maintain program records and assist with program evaluation.

Qualifications

- Minimum 18 Years of age.
- Certification and/or advanced training in Kickboxing or related discipline is required.
- Previous training and knowledge of Physical Literacy will be considered an asset.
- Strong communication skills along with demonstrated initiative, planning, and organizational skills.
- Sound judgement 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 (VSS) 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: Up to 8 On-Call Positions
- Compensation:
- Instructor 1 $23.07-$33.57
- Instructor 2 $31.47-$41.96
- Instructor 3 $37.76-$48.26

- Hours of work: On-Call hours will vary based on operational requirements.
- Days of work: This position works various shifts including daytime, evening, and weekends.
- Location: Various
- Audience: Internal/External
- Apply By: October 5, 2026
- Job ID: 314859

📌 Martial Arts Instructor (Canada)
🏢 City of Calgary
📍 Canada