Technical Instructor

At the Y, you will be part of a vibrant and diverse network of people whose shared vision is to change lives and make our communities home to the healthiest children, teens, adults, and families.

Reporting to and in coordination with the Lead Technical Instructor and the Director, the Technical Instructor will work as part of the team that provide technical training to underrepresented groups wishing to pursue a career in the skilled trades in Ontario. The Technical Instructor works alongside the Lead Technical Instructor planning and delivering the technical curriculum relevant to the skilled trades training program. The curriculum can include aspects of carpentry, drywall taping & finishing, painting, tiling, flooring installation, insulation, window & door installation, and other home renovation and green building activities. As part of a team, the Technical Instructor will help in meeting all the established program outcomes and targets by providing students with the necessary skills to be successful in the construction and skilled trades fields.

Delivering the technical curriculum relevant to the skilled trades program.

Teaching program participants using demonstrations, discussion groups, shop sessions, and projects.

Developing curriculum and preparing teaching materials and outlines for training.

Providing individualized action plans for each student, as required.

Operating and supervising the operation of power tools.

Identifying, contacting and maintaining relationships with program partners and employers.

Post-secondary education or equivalent in a related field

Fluent in English, oral and written

Other languages are an asset

Inclusiveness is a part of our core values and we are committed to ensuring the diversity of the people and communities we serve and as well as our staff. We welcome candidates from racialized groups, invisible minorities, Indigenous People, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

YMCA of the National Capital Region is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, the YMCA will endeavour to provide accommodation to people with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please email peopleandculture@ymcaottawa.ca upon scheduling your interview.

At the YMCA, we are committed to maintaining a fair and equitable hiring process. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for any positions of employment. All employment decisions are made by our dedicated People and Culture team, ensuring that each candidate is evaluated on an individual basis with the utmost consideration for their unique qualifications and experiences.

Thank you for your interest in joining the YMCA of the National Capital Region. We appreciate all applications. Due to the volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those selected for further consideration in the hiring process.

The YMCA of the National Capital Region is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer.