Recreation Worker III, Learn to Skate Instructor

As the largest city in the Fraser Valley, the City of Abbotsford serves 175,000 residents and counting, located on the traditional territories of the Semá:th, Mathxwí and Leq’á:mel First Peoples.

Abbotsford is a vibrant, cultural and economic hub, home to the Abbotsford Canucks and Abbotsford International Airport. As we continue to grow, we are committed to building strong partnerships and innovating urban design.

At the City of Abbotsford, our people are our greatest asset. While maintaining a work-life balance we offer varied and meaningful career opportunities that make a difference in the community.

Recreation Worker III, Learn to Skate Instructor

Parks, Recreation & Culture
CUPE, Auxiliary
Posting# J0826-0057

The City of Abbotsford is looking for Auxiliary Recreation Workers – Learn to Skate Instructors who are creative and enthusiastic individuals with a keen interest in skating, and passion for teaching all ages. A background in skating instruction or coaching is preferred; however, applicants with great potential can enroll in a Recreational Skating Instructor Course.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, implementing, and teaching skating lessons for all ages (preschool, children and adults).  Assessing and completing skating evaluations, providing support to other team members and ensuring that their activity areas and equipment are safe.  The candidate provides outstanding customer service to our participants. The successful candidates will have an opportunity to work at three of the City’s recreation facilities (Matsqui Recreation Centre, Abbotsford Recreation Centre, MSA Arena).

Working days will include :

• Mondays, 5:30pm-8:00pm
• Thursdays, 2:30pm-6:15pm
• Saturdays, 9:30am-12:00pm

Qualifications:

• Previous skating instruction or coaching experience
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team in a culturally diverse community setting
• Demonstrated effective communication skills
• Standard First Aid and CPR C with AED certification or higher
• Completion of CanSkate Instructor course or coaching certificate is considered an asset
• Strong customer service is considered an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of skating instruction techniques and skill progressions
• Considerable knowledge of hazards, related precautions and safety regulations related to this work
• Knowledge of the City of Abbotsford Learn to Skate program is an asset
• Some knowledge of the operation of an ice rink facility
• Ability to assess and evaluate participants’ skating skill proficiency and to maintain related class records
• Ability to motivate students and provide a positive, safe, fun learning environment
• Ability to establish and maintain a healthy working relationship with staff and patrons
• Ability to work effectively, multitask and prioritize

The candidate is required to provide a satisfactory Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check in order to work in this position.  A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position. It is the responsibility of the candidate to report to their manager any criminal charges laid against them during their term in this position. To submit an application, please visit our website 

The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion by attracting, retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce which broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. As such, we encourage applications from individuals from all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. 

Salary: $21.34 - $25.11 per hour, plus the appropriate percentage in lieu of benefits 
Closing Date: August 26, 2026– applications will be reviewed as they are received