Public Speaking and Leadership Instructor | Afterschool Programs | York Region

* Currently Hiring for Afterschool Programs**

Pay: 45$ per session

Hours between 2:30 pm and 6:00 pm

Length: 1 Hour Sessions - Sept - June

5 hours + other opportunities with PA days, camps

Public Speaking and Leadership Instructor

Website: tacsports.ca

Video: TAC Sports Program Video

LinkedIn: TAC Sports on LinkedIn

Important Information

• [email protected] for any questions

• Camps are full-week programs – salary

• Must be available for the full week of camp

Interview Steps

• Virtual interview (Google Meets)

• In-person group interview (Invite to Head Office location)

• Invite to First-Aid Certification (if required)

• Must pass the in-person group interview to be selected for any camps or programs

Position Overview

TAC Sports is seeking a Public Speaking & Leadership Camp Instructor to lead an engaging and interactive camp program focused on communication, confidence, leadership, and personal development. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, is passionate about helping young people build confidence, and can create a fun, supportive, and encouraging learning environment.

This week-long program introduces campers to the fundamentals of effective communication and leadership through interactive lessons, public speaking activities, teamwork challenges, presentations, and creative exercises. Throughout the week, campers will develop their ability to communicate ideas clearly, work with others, think critically, and confidently present in front of an audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead camp sessions in a safe, engaging, and age-appropriate environment

• Teach campers fundamental public speaking and communication skills, including voice projection, body language, organization, and presentation techniques

• Help campers build confidence when speaking and presenting in front of their peers

• Introduce leadership concepts such as teamwork, decision-making, problem-solving, responsibility, and collaboration

• Facilitate interactive activities including presentations, group discussions, debates, role-playing, and leadership challenges

• Guide campers in developing and delivering individual and group presentations

• Provide constructive feedback to help campers improve their communication and presentation skills

• Encourage campers to express their ideas, opinions, and creativity in a respectful and supportive environment

• Foster confidence, critical thinking, active listening, teamwork, and interpersonal skills

• Create an inclusive environment where campers feel comfortable participating and taking on leadership roles

• Supervise campers throughout activities, transitions, and breaks to ensure safety and positive behaviour

• Assist with daily camp setup, cleanup, material preparation, and activity organization

• Build positive relationships with campers, families, and TAC Sports staff

• Follow TAC Sports’ program plans, safety procedures, and child supervision standards at all times

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in camps, education, recreation, tutoring, coaching, or youth programs

• Strong public speaking, communication, and leadership skills

• Comfortable presenting and speaking in front of groups

• Energetic, confident, patient, and enthusiastic when working with children

• Ability to make public speaking and leadership concepts fun, practical, and accessible for children

• Strong teamwork, organization, and group management skills

• Ability to encourage and motivate children with different personalities, confidence levels, and learning styles

• Background in education, communications, leadership, business, theatre, recreation, or a related field is an asset

• First Aid/CPR certification and Vulnerable Sector Check, or willingness to obtain them, preferred

What We Offer

• Week-long camp employment with a growing youth sports and enrichment organization

• A fun, engaging, and supportive team environment

• Meaningful work helping children develop confidence, communication, and leadership skills

• A dynamic role combining education, creativity, mentorship, and camp programming

• Opportunities for training, professional development, and continued involvement with TAC Sports

• Salary-based compensation for the full week of camp