Want to become part of the Kinesiology Community Outreach team?
Active Kids provides a wide range of leadership positions and training opportunities which allow students to become engaged with diverse local communities through physical activity programming. We are always looking for more students to join our team!
Some benefits of working with us include:
- Flexible work schedules that do not overlap with exam season
- Competitive pay rates through our work learn program
- Meet and work alongside like minded Kin students (and non Kin students!)
- Be a role model and give back to various local communities through positive physical activity experiences for children
- Enhance your academic experience by applying coursework content into practical application
- FREE professional development training, past examples include:
- National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP)
- NCCP Gymnastics
- Aboriginal Coaching Model (NCCP ACM)
- Canucks Autism- Supporting Positive Behavior
- Sport for Life- Movement Preparation Workshop
- viaSport: All Youth Matter- Inclusion Training
- and more!
- National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP)
To learn more about how to get involved please view the options below:
If you want to get involved and become part of the Active Kids team as either a paid staff or volunteer, PLEASE SIGN UP BY COMPLETING THIS FORM. Once completed, please allow us at least 1 week to get back to you, at which point you'll receive an email with full details. In the meantime, check out the menu below to see more info on all coaching opportunities.
Active Kids is always on the lookout for coaches for all of our programs including soccer, basketball, gymnastics, multisport, physical literacy, birthday parties, school groups, our adapted physical activity program, our partner program with Musqueam Band, and more!
To learn more about all employment options please contact the Active Kids Program Coordinator, Kimberly Truong
To learn more about Gymnastics Coach options please contact the Gymnastics Program Coordinator, Kari Brackenbury
UBC Active Kids Gymnastics Instructor
Position title
UBC Active Kids Gymnastics Instructor
Volunteer or Employment?
Employment
Employer email address
Organization
UBC Active KidsOrganization website
http://outreach.kin.educ.ubc.ca/active-kids/
Job description
UBC Active Kids Gymnastics Program, an Outreach Program of the School of Kinesiology, is led by instructors that plan and deliver developmentally appropriate gymnastics classes to participants aged 12 months- adults at both recreational and advanced levels. Gymnastics Instructors report to and receive direction from the Active Kids Program Manager and Program Coordinator.
The main job responsibilities for this position are to:
• Assist the Kinesiology Outreach Program in implementing the Active Kids Program, a program that engages
children in the local community in developmentally-appropriate physical activity.
• Provide developmentally-appropriate gymnastics and movement instruction to children, youth, and adults of all
abilities a safe, fun and physically active environment.
• Plan and lead lessons tailored to the developmental characteristics of the group, adjusting activities as necessary
to provide optimal challenge for each participant.
• Maintain a safe instructional environment, which includes setting-up and inspecting equipment, bringing forth
health and safety concerns to the Program Manager and Program Assistant.
• Provide ongoing feedback to parents and participants, including the preparation of progress reports.
• Demonstrate a professional attitude and appearance, especially when interacting with parents and participants.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is a Kinesiology undergraduate or graduate student with a passion for working with children and leading physical activity programs. Preference will be given to students pursuing a career in Kinesiology or Education, but students from other disciplines will be considered.
To be eligible for this position, at a minimum, students must have or be willing to obtain the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Gymnastics Foundations Intro and Foundations certifications. Successful candidates must obtain a criminal record check and emergency first aid certification- both of which are at least partially subsidized by the School of Kinesiology Outreach Programs.
Required skills and experience: The successful candidate will have:
Experience instructing developmentally appropriate programs for children
Knowledge and passion for gymnastics as an athlete or coach
Knowledge of developmentally appropriate skill development for gymnastics
An ability to professionally represent the School of Kinesiology
A passion for working with children and be an enthusiastic, responsible, and reliable team player
Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
Experience working with people from a variety of backgrounds/cultures, the ability to speak other
languages is an asset
Rate of pay: $12.75/hour – $26/hour depending on certifications and experience
Hours/time commitment
Ability to commit to a regular shift for the duration of the session
How to apply
Interested parties should submit a cover letter and resume to kin.outreach@ubc.ca
Posting expiration date
ongoing. Please contact for upcoming term deadlines.
UBC Active Kids Multisport Coach
Position title
UBC Active Kids Multisport Coach
Volunteer or Employment?
Employment
Employer email address
Organization
UBC Active KidsOrganization website
http://outreach.kin.educ.ubc.ca/active-kids/
Job description
See pull PDF posting here: Multisport Instructor job description
The UBC Active Kids Program, an Outreach Program of the School of Kinesiology, is led by instructors
that plan and deliver developmentally appropriate physical activity and sport specific classes to
participants aged 18 months- adults. Instructors report to and receive direction from the Active Kids
Program Manager.
The UBC Active Kids Program is seeking passionate and knowledgeable instructors to join its team of
Multisport and Physical Literacy Instructors. The Multisport program is a partnership program with the
University Neighbourhood Association which introduces children to sport specific skills and reinforces
fundamental movement skills such as running, jumping, kicking, throwing, and catching. Using a variety
of sports and games all led by an instructor, the emphasis is on fun, lifelong love of physical activity, and
basic skill and sport development for ages 1.5 – 3 YRS (parent and tot style class) and 3-5 YRS.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is a Kinesiology undergraduate or graduate student with a passion for working with
children and leading physical activity and sport specific programs. Preference will be given to students
pursuing a career or have experience in Kinesiology or Education, but students from other disciplines
will certainly be considered. Successful candidates must obtain a criminal record check and emergency
first aid certification- both of which may be partially subsidized by the School of Kinesiology Outreach
Programs. *NCCP certifications will be considered a strong asset.
The successful candidate will have:
Experience instructing developmentally appropriate programs for children
Knowledge of fundamental movement skills and ABC’s
Ability to professionally represent the School of Kinesiology
Passion for working with children and be an enthusiastic, responsible, and reliable team player
Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
Experience working with people from a variety of backgrounds/cultures, the ability to speak
other languages is an asset.
Hours/time commitment
Weekly Schedule The program is offered during the following times:
Mondays, 9:30am – 11:15am
Mondays, 1pm – 230pm
Mondays, 330pm-530pm
*Candidates need to be available for a minimum of 1 of the program times, not necessarily all three
How to apply
Interested parties should submit a cover letter and resume to kin.outreach@ubc.ca
Posting expiration date
ongoing. Please contact for upcoming term deadlines.
UBC Active Kids Basketball Instructor
Position title
UBC Active Kids Basketball Instructor
Volunteer or Employment?
Employment
Employer email address
Organization
UBC Active KidsOrganization website
http://outreach.kin.educ.ubc.ca/active-kids/
Job description
See full PDF posting here: Basketball Instructor job description
The UBC Active Kids Program, an Outreach Program of the School of Kinesiology, is led by instructors
that plan and deliver developmentally appropriate physical activity and sport specific classes to
participants aged 18 months- adults.. Instructors report to and receive direction from the Active Kids
Program Manager.
The UBC Active Kids Program is seeking passionate and knowledgeable instructors to join its team of
Basketball Instructors. The basketball program is a partnership program with the University
Neighbourhood Association which focuses on recreational skill development, game play, and fun.
Players will develop individual skill sets such as passing, shooting and dribbling as well as team play and
strategy. All skill levels are welcome.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is an Kinesiology undergraduate or graduate student with a passion for working with
children and leading physical activity and sport specific programs, specifically, basketball programs.
Preference will be given to students pursuing a career or have experience in Kinesiology or Education,
but students from other disciplines will certainly be considered. Successful candidates must obtain a
criminal record check and emergency first aid certification- both of which are at least partially subsidized
by the School of Kinesiology Outreach Programs. *NCCP certifications will be considered a strong asset.
The successful candidate will have:
Experience instructing developmentally appropriate programs for children
Knowledge and passion for the game of basketball as an athlete or coach
Knowledge of developmentally appropriate skill development for basketball
An ability to professionally represent the School of Kinesiology
A passion for working with children and be an enthusiastic, responsible, and reliable team player
Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
Experience working with people from a variety of backgrounds/cultures, the ability to speak
other languages is an asset
Hours/time commitment
Weekly Schedule: The program is offered during the following times:
Tuesdays, 4pm-5:30pm
Thursdays, 4pm-5:30pm
Saturdays, 12pm-1:30pm
Rate of pay: If a UBC Work Learn Appointment is available, $17.04 / hour. Otherwise, $14 / hour.
How to apply
Interested parties should submit a cover letter and resume to kin.outreach@ubc.ca
Posting expiration date
ongoing. Please contact for upcoming term deadlines.
UBC Active Kids Soccer Coach
Position title
UBC Active Kids Soccer Coach
Volunteer or Employment?
Employment
Employer email address
Number of positions available
Organization
Active KidsOrganization website
http://outreach.kin.educ.ubc.ca/active-kids/
Job description
See full PDF posting here: Soccer Instructor job description
The UBC Active Kids Program, an Outreach Program of the School of Kinesiology, is led by instructors
that plan and deliver developmentally appropriate physical activity and sport specific classes to
participants aged 18 months- adults. Instructors report to and receive direction from the Active Kids
Program Manager.
The UBC Active Kids Program is seeking passionate and knowledgeable instructors to join its team of
Soccer Instructors. The soccer program is a partnership program with the University Neighbourhood
Association which focuses on principles of the Active Start stage of the Long Term Athlete Development
model helping children to develop agility, balance, and coordination as well as build fundamental
movement skills and soccer specific skills through fun and developmentally appropriate soccer activities
and games for ages 3-5 and 6-9.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is a Kinesiology undergraduate or graduate student with a passion for working with
children and leading physical activity and sport specific programs, specifically, soccer programs.
Preference will be given to students pursuing a career or have experience in Kinesiology or Education,
but students from other disciplines will certainly be considered. Successful candidates must obtain a
criminal record check and emergency first aid certification- both of which may be partially subsidized by
the School of Kinesiology Outreach Programs. *NCCP certifications will be considered a strong asset.
The successful candidate will have:
Experience instructing developmentally appropriate programs for children
Knowledge and passion for the game of soccer as an athlete or coach
Knowledge of developmentally appropriate skill development for soccer
Ability to professionally represent the School of Kinesiology
Passion for working with children and be an enthusiastic, responsible, and reliable team player
Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
Experience working with people from a variety of backgrounds/cultures, the ability to speak
other languages is an asset
Hours/time commitment
The program is offered during the following times:
Mondays, 3:45pm-4:45pm, 3-5 YRS
Mondays, 5:00pm-6:00pm , 6-9 YRS
How to apply
Interested parties should submit a cover letter and resume to kin.outreach@ubc.ca
Posting expiration date
ongoing
| Date Posted | Position Title | Employer | Application Deadline mm/dd/yyyy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2019 | Student Engagement, Employment, Volunteer, and Training Opportunities | UBC School of Kinesiology |
No experience is necessary!
Active Kids is always on the lookout for enthusiastic and open minded Kin students to become part of our volunteer team! For many, this is the first direct step to becoming one of our coaches. We offer as variety of programs including soccer, basketball, gymnastics, multisport, physical literacy, birthday parties, school groups, our adapted physical activity program, and our partner program with Musqueam Band.
To learn more about volunteer options please contact the Active Kids Program Coordinator, Kimberly Truong
Active Kids Volunteer
Position title
Active Kids Volunteer
Volunteer or Employment?
Volunteer
Employer email address
Kimberly.truong@ubc.ca
Organization
UBC Active KidsOrganization website
http://outreach.kin.educ.ubc.ca/active-kids/
Job description
UBC Active Kids is currently recruiting individuals to join one or more of our various volunteer crews:
Gymnastics
Adapted Multisport
Musqueam
Basketball
Soccer
Homeschool
Multisport / Physical Literacy
The ultimate goal of the Active Kids Program is to encourage life-long participation in physical activity through positive physical activity experiences and the development of physical literacy. To achieve this goal, volunteers who are passionate about working with children and who enjoy sharing their love of physical activity through a variety of games and activities play a major role.
As an Active Kids volunteer, you will get to work with a team of volunteers in one or more of our various programs, gain valuable instruction, and leadership experience. Your communication, teamwork, group facilitation and organizational abilities will improve. You will receive ongoing training and support providing you with the tools to succeed as an instructor. We offer students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in various programs by providing KIN research based training along with reimbursements for certifications such as NCCP, SFA + CPR, Gymnastics certifications above foundations, and more.
Responsibilities:
Support Instructors in creating a safe, fun and physically active environment
Support/Lead developmentally-appropriate activities
Provide regular feedback to participants and parents
Promote an active and healthy lifestyle by being a positive role model
Represent the School of Kinesiology and the University of British Columbia in a professional manner
Attend all mandatory training sessions and follow all established policies and procedures
Qualifications:
Passionate about sport and physical activity
Enthusiastic, self-motivated and reliable
Ability to develop positive relationships and interactions with children and youth
A background or experience as an athlete (recreational or competitive) or working with children is a strong asset
The ideal candidate is pursuing a degree in kinesiology or education
Successful candidates are required to complete a criminal records check
Hours/Time Commitment
Flexible schedules are available and weekly commitments can be quite minimal. This is a great opportunity for students looking for paid gymnastics coaching hours starting in the Winter, or for students just looking to gain more experience working with children in a fun and physically active environment.
How to apply
Interested parties should submit a cover letter and resume to the Active Kids Program Coordinator
Kimberly.truong@ubc.ca
Posting expiration date
ongoing. We are always excepting applications to become an Active Kids Volunteer, particularly from School of Kinesiology students!
| Date Posted | Position Title | Employer | Application Deadline mm/dd/yyyy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2019 | Student Engagement, Employment, Volunteer, and Training Opportunities | UBC School of Kinesiology |
Looking to gain experience in sport and recreation admin and management? Join our registration office team!
Please contact the Outreach Registration Office Supervisor, Chris Lim, to learn more
To view the complete job description please click here
Active Kids provides regular and ongoing training and professional development to our team of coaches, instructors, and volunteers. Whether it be in partnership with a Kin Faculty member, a local community partner, or content we have developed using our staff management team's expertise and experience, we believe our students receive some of the best training available. We also have a reimbursement program available so that students can pursue external certifications, such as general NCCP and sport specific workshops.
Please contact the Active Kids Program Coordinator, Kimberly Truong, to learn more
Contact Us
604-822-0207
Osborne Centre, 6108 Thunderbird Blvd.Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3
Monday - Friday
8:45am to 4:15pm