Cycling Job Profiles

Browse job profiles working in CAN-BIKE (cycling) programs.

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Job Summary

To plan, organize, implement and provide instruction of the CAN-BIKE programs in either an on-road or car-free environment.

Machines and Equipment Used

Bicycle, helmet, recreation and various office equipment, first aid kit.

Responsibilities

  • Plans, organizes, implements and provides instruction of the CAN-BIKE programs.
  • Utilizes the appropriate CAN-BIKE curriculum for the course being offered.
  • Demonstrates correct use of cycling safety equipment and procedures.
  • Secures teaching environment and assesses all equipment (bikes and helmets) according to Health and Safety standards.
  • Verifies cycling routes prior to the start of the session.
  • Performs pre-course communication with students to assess students skill level for appropriate course enrolment.
  • Maintains a safe and supportive learning environment, ensuring that the skills being taught are appropriate for the skill levels of the students.
  • Implements strategies to limit falls in the bike handling portion of the class.
  • Adjusts teaching parameters to changing road, traffic and weather conditions and the fitness level of participants.
  • Responsible for 5 to 8 cyclists of varying ages and abilities in low, moderate and high traffic on road conditions.
  • Co-ordinates with co-instructor if applicable.
  • Performs administrative tasks to support the program, including incident/accident reports where necessary.
  • Interacts with participants, staff and the public to provide program information.
  • Evaluates participants and completes progress reports.
  • Ensures staff follow the principles of Healthy Child Development (HIGH FIVE®) in the planning and delivery of programs.
  • Ensures that program facilities, equipment and supplies meet Health and Safety standards.
  • Takes action to deal with incidents, problems and emergencies and comply with Divisional/City Policies and Procedures.
  • Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions, including participating in Mandatory First Alert Training.

Qualifications

  • Must be minimum 16 years of age.
  • CAN-BIKE 2 and CAN-BIKE Instructor certification.
  • Current Ontario Cycling Association Membership.
  • Significant experience working with the appropriate age group.
  • Must produce original current Emergency First Aid certification as recognized by the WSIB.
  • You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario’s Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.

Job Summary

To provide expert cycling instruction, skill assessment and risk management in an on-road environment in order to develop and certify new CAN-BIKE instructors to the level required by the CAN-BIKE national standard and to instruct all levels within the CAN-BIKE program.

Machines and Equipment Used

Bicycle, helmet, recreation and various office equipment, first aid kit.

Responsibilities

  • Plans, organizes, implements and provides instruction to develop and certify new CAN-BIKE instructors.
  • Assesses and trains participants to qualify for certification as CAN-BIKE instructors.
  • Provides experiential learning opportunities in how to instruct both adults and children in all of the various courses in aspects of the CAN-BIKE program.
  • Ensures that all students have a good understanding of risk management procedures and adherence to completing all administrative tasks, including incident/accident forms. Ensures adherence to all policy and safety guidelines as outlined in policy and procedure manuals.
  • Evaluates students on their ability to secure teaching environments and to assess all equipment (bikes and helmets) according to Health and Safety Standards.
  • Trains instructor candidates to plan and verify cycling routes prior to the start.
  • Instructs on strategies to limit falls in the bike handling skills practice sessions.
  • Maintains a safe and supportive learning environment, ensuring that the skills being taught are appropriate for the skill level of the instructor candidates.
  • Provides risk management techniques to adapt to changing road and weather conditions and the different levels of fitness of students.
  • Ensures pre-course communication with students to assign readings and preparation for the workshop.
  • Co-ordinates with co-instructor if applicable.
  • Performs administrative tasks to support the program.
  • Establishes and maintains excellent relations with the public and all internal staff and departments. Interacts with participants, staff and the public to provide program information.
  • Demonstrates correct use of cycling safety equipment and procedures.
  • Ensures staff follow the principles of Healthy Child Development (HIGH FIVE®) in the planning and delivery of programs.
  • Ensures that program facilities, equipment and supplies meet Health and Safety standards.
  • Takes action to deal with incidents, problems and emergencies and comply with Divisional/City Policies and Procedures.
  • Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions, including participating in Mandatory First Alert Training.

Qualifications

  • Must be minimum 16 years of age.
  • CAN-BIKE National Examiner certification (master instructor level)
  • CAN-BIKE 2 and CAN-BIKE Instructor certification
  • Current Ontario Cycling Association Membership
  • Must produce original current Emergency First Aid certification as recognized by the WSIB.
  • You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario’s Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.

Job Summary

To co-ordinate the planning, organizing, implementing, directing and evaluating CAN-BIKE public programs.

Machines and Equipment Used

Bicycle, helmet, recreation and various office equipment, first aid kit.

Responsibilities

  • Co-ordinate the planning, organizing, implementing, directing and evaluating CAN-BIKE programs.
  • Assists with scheduling for the FUN Guide and production of the CAN-BIKE flyer.
  • Arranges production and distribution of CAN-BIKE promotional materials.
  • Schedules attendance at a variety of promotional special events and shows.
  • Provides presentations and workshops for the CAN-BIKE program.
  • Assists with instructor recruitment and training.
  • Coordinates sale of instructor materials.
  • Facilitates communication with instructors and Recreation Programmers.
  • Provides logistical support for CAN-BIKE courses.
  • Co-ordinates the CAN-BIKE hotline and answers public inquiries.
  • Administers CAN-BIKE record-keeping.
  • Assists with curriculum review and development.
  • Prepares meeting agendas and minutes.
  • Prepares reports and evaluations related to CAN-BIKE course delivery.
  • Prepares and composes material for Cyclometer newsletter and the website.
  • Performs administrative tasks to support the program.
  • Develops and distributes resources to assist staff with their programs.
  • Works cooperatively and maintains ongoing communication with other program staff. Interacts with participants, staff and the public to provide program information.
  • Attends and successfully completes related mandatory and in-service training sessions (First Alert, WHMIS, etc.).
  • Ensures staff follow the principles of Healthy Child Development (HIGH FIVE®) in the planning and delivery of programs.

Qualifications

  • Must be minimum 16 years of age.
  • CAN-BIKE certification.
  • Current Ontario Cycling Association Member.
  • Must produce original current Emergency First Aid certification as recognized by the WSIB.
  • You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario’s Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.