Location[s]: Barrie and/or Vaughan
Job Type: Part-Time (Up to 4x/week)
Hours: 8:00-4:30 (occasional flexibility required)
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Position Overview
The First Aid Instructor delivers First Aid, CPR, and emergency response training to individuals and workplace groups, following the standards and requirements of the applicable training provider. The role requires the instructor to be currently certified by the Canadian Red Cross as a First Aid/CPR Instructor and to maintain all required instructor certifications and credentials in good standing. The position combines classroom instruction with hands-on skills training, participant assessment, and accurate completion of training and certification records. The role also requires frequent standing, walking, demonstrating practical skills, and working with First Aid training equipment.
This role involves frequent standing, walking, demonstrating practical skills, and working with First Aid training equipment.
Why This Role Exists
This role exists to ensure every participant receives an exceptional training experience that reflects SafetyCo’s standards for quality, professionalism, and consistency. Through clear instruction, practical coaching, and confident skills demonstration, you’ll help participants develop the knowledge and confidence to respond effectively when it matters most.
Success in the Role
Success In This Role Means
- Participants leave training confident, prepared, and equipped to respond in an emergency.
- Training is delivered accurately, engagingly, and in line with applicable standards.
- Participants successfully complete required practical and written assessments.
- Participant records, attendance, assessments, and certifications are completed accurately and on time.
- Clients and participants have a positive, professional experience with SafetyCo.
- Training sessions run smoothly, safely, and on schedule.
- You stay current with First Aid, CPR, AED, and instructor requirements.
- You build strong relationships with participants, clients, and the broader SafetyCo training team.
What You’ll Do
Deliver Training
- Deliver First Aid, CPR, AED, and emergency response training in classroom and hands-on settings.
- Facilitate engaging learning through presentations, demonstrations, discussion, and practical activities.
- Demonstrate skills accurately and confidently while coaching participants through hands-on practice.
Assess & Support Participants
- Assess participants according to applicable training provider standards.
- Administer and mark written and practical assessments.
- Provide clear feedback and support to help participants successfully complete course requirements.
- Maintain a professional, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
Manage Training & Records
- Prepare classrooms, equipment, and supplies for training.
- Maintain accurate attendance, assessment, participant, and certification records.
Represent SafetyCo
- Deliver a professional, consistent training experience that reflects SafetyCo’s standards and values.
- Travel to client locations and SafetyCo training locations as required.
- Participate in instructor meetings, calibration, training, and professional development.
- Stay current with applicable training standards and requirements.
- Follow SafetyCo policies, procedures, and instructor expectations.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Core Competencies
Instructional Excellence
You deliver engaging, accurate, and practical training that meets SafetyCo’s standards and applicable certification requirements.
Communication & Engagement
You explain concepts clearly, adapt to different learning styles, and create an interactive environment that encourages participation.
Assessment & Coaching
You assess participant performance accurately and provide clear, constructive feedback that builds confidence and supports successful completion.
Professionalism & Adaptability
You deliver training with confidence and professionalism while adapting effectively to different groups, environments, and participant needs.
Organization & Execution
You arrive prepared, maintain an organized training environment, and complete required records, assessments, and certifications accurately and on time.
Safety & Continuous Learning
You consistently follow SafetyCo and training provider standards while staying current with First Aid, CPR, AED, and emergency response practices.
What You Bring
Required
- Certified by the Canadian Red Cross as a First Aid/CPR Instructor
- Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications are appropriate to the programs being delivered.
- Previous experience delivering First Aid and/or CPR training in a classroom setting.
- Strong knowledge of First Aid, CPR, AED, and emergency response practices.
- Strong presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.
- Ability to deliver both theoretical and hands-on instruction.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Professional and approachable manner.
- Valid Ontario driver’s licence and reliable transportation.
- Legally eligible to work in Canada.
Preferred
- Experience in occupational health and safety, emergency services, healthcare, education, or a related field.
- Experience managing classrooms with participants of varying knowledge and experience.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a broader instructor team.
Travel Requirements
- Occasional travel may be required for industry events, training, or trade shows.
Compensation & Benefits
Work-Life Balance:
We believe great work happens when people actually have time to live their lives too.
- No regular overtime, your evenings are yours
- A full company shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s (yes, we all take the break)
Professional Development
We invest in your growth, because your future matters here.
- Ongoing access to training, learning, and development opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement to support continued education
- Coverage of approved professional memberships and industry associations
- Clear pathways for growth and advancement within the organization
Additional Perks
The little things matter too.
- Employee discounts on select products and services
- Team events, social activities, and recognition moments that actually feel fun (not forced)
- The chance to do meaningful work that genuinely improves workplace safety in communities
Company Culture
This is a place where people matter.
- A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team environment
- Business casual dress
- A real commitment to learning, development, and helping people grow
- A workplace where ideas are welcomed, voices are heard, and contributions actually make a difference
About SafetyCo
SafetyCo is Canada’s leading integrated workplace safety partner, bringing together specialized safety companies, expert teams, and industry-leading services into one coordinated model, where we’re actively changing how workplace safety is done.
We help take the complexity out of workplace safety by making it simpler and more connected. Instead of juggling multiple providers, clients get one integrated partner for training, consulting, compliance, emergency response, occupational health, and risk management. The result is less chaos, stronger compliance, and safer workplaces that actually run better. And we do this all alongside a team of great people who genuinely enjoy what they do.
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