Head Coach - Free to Play Maskwacis

Free Play For Kids; Maskwacis; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Free Play for Kids in Maskwacis, Alberta is seeking enthusiastic Head Coaches to lead four core sports—flag football, ball hockey, soccer and basketball—on a rotating weekly basis in local schools. This part-time role focuses on hands-on coaching, sport-specific programming for kids aged 7-12, and creating an inclusive, fun environment with strong social-emotional learning.

You will deliver high-quality sessions, supervise assistant coaches, and coordinate with the Regional Manager.

Qualifications

• Coaching and/or playing experience in flag football, ball hockey, soccer, or basketball; experience across all four is a strong asset.
• 1-2 years minimum experience working with children or youth in sport or recreation settings.
• Experience leading or supporting other coaches is an asset.
• Ability to plan practices for four different sports across a season and adapt drills for space, age, and skill level.
• Valid First Aid/ CPR, or ability to obtain quickly; drivers license and reliable vehicle.
• Post-secondary education in related fields is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver coaching sessions across all four Free to Play sports.
• Coach and implement the Sport to Life curriculum for youth ages 7-12.
• Supervise children and maintain the Rule of Two at all times.
• Maintain attendance and check-in/out procedures.
• Participate in planning meetings and support assistant coaches.

Skills

Coaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Multi-sport delivery

Social-emotional learning

Teamwork

Education

Post-secondary education asset

Tools

TeamSnap

Google Suite

Connecteam

Job description

Free Play for Kids is seeking enthusiastic Head Coaches to join one of our Free to Play schools in Maskwacis, Alberta on a part time basis. If you excel at engaging with children and possess exceptional interpersonal skills, we want you on our team. As a Free to Play Head Coach, you will be the coaching lead at one of our elementary school sites, responsible for delivering our four core sports — flag football, ball hockey, soccer, and basketball — on a rotating weekly basis.

A successful candidate will spend the majority of their time delivering high-quality, sport-specific programming for kids, with a focus on hands‑on coaching and multi‑sport delivery. Using sport as the primary tool, the role emphasizes skill development, physical literacy, teamwork, and confidence‑building in a fun and inclusive environment. Coaches are expected to go beyond traditional instruction by incorporating social‑emotional learning into sport activities, while serving as positive role models and mentors. This role is ideal for individuals with playing and/or coaching experience across multiple sports who are passionate about working with kids and youth, building relationships through sport, and inspiring the next generation through meaningful play experiences at Free Play for Kids.

Education & Qualifications

Coaching and/or playing experience in one or more of flag football, ball hockey, soccer, or basketball; experience across all four sports is a strong asset.

1-2 years minimum experience working with children or youth, preferably in sport or recreation settings such as coaching, camps, or community‑based sport initiatives.

Experience leading, mentoring, or supporting other coaches is considered an asset, as you will supervise and support assistant coaches.

Comfort planning and adapting practices for four different sports across a season, including adjusting drills for space, age, and skill level.

Ability to set expectations and model positive coaching practices.

Post‑secondary education in Physical Education, Sport and Recreation, Kinesiology, Education, Sociology, Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or a related field is an asset, but not required.

Standard First Aid Certification and CPR training, or the ability to obtain quickly.

Valid driver’s license with a reliable vehicle.

Availability to begin work at 12:00 pm on Thursdays (required for placements at ECSD schools).

Clear, up‑to‑date Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector check.

Experience playing a variety of sports is considered a major asset.

NCCP (National Coaching Certification Program) training or sport‑specific certification in flag football, ball hockey, soccer, or basketball is considered a major asset.

Experience in customer service and maintaining positive communication is considered a major asset.

Proficiency with TeamSnap, Connecteam, Google Suite, and related applications is considered a major asset.

For Head Coaches identified as a Jr. Wolves Coach: demonstrated coaching experience with soccer, basketball, or ball hockey teams, and a strong understanding of the rules, strategies, and player development approaches in those sports.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver high‑quality coaching sessions across all four Free to Play sports — flag football, ball hockey, soccer, and basketball.

Coach and lead the execution of Free Play’s Sport to Life curriculum and lesson plans for youth ages 7-12 alongside assistant coaches, adapting drills and progressions for each sport.

Supervise all children in the session, ensuring the Rule of Two is maintained at all times.

Maintain accurate daily attendance, ensuring proper check‑in and check‑out procedures.

Participate in weekly curriculum and sport‑planning meetings, contributing coaching insight and feedback across flag football, ball hockey, soccer, and basketball.

Support and model strong coaching practices for assistant coaches, helping set expectations for quality sport delivery in each of the four sports.

Complete required training and certifications through the Free Play training program to strengthen coaching, leadership, and youth‑development skills.

Communicate regularly with the Regional Manager regarding scheduling, special events, participant needs, equipment needs, and any incidents or behaviour concerns.

Follow all organizational policies and procedures, including sport‑specific safety protocols, emergency response, and incident reporting, to ensure a safe and a well‑run program.

Adhere to the company’s clothing policy by wearing the provided name tag and vest at all times while on duty.

Understand the power of sport as a tool for social good.

Skills & Knowledge

Strong knowledge of flag football, ball hockey, soccer, and basketball fundamentals, with the ability to teach new skills in each.

Fun, approachable, and supportive leader.

Team player with a service mindset.

Adaptable and solution‑focused, able to shift between sports and age groups.

Organized and manages time well, particularly across a multi‑sport rotation.

Culturally respectful and inclusive.

Position Conditions

Compensation is $22–$25/hour, depending on experience

Access to consistent transportation, as the school will be outside of the Edmonton region

Ability to travel a long distance to and from the school site

This is a part‑time paid position of approximately 10-15 hours per week

Hours of work are determined by the program schedule and are typically Monday - Friday: 3:00 - 5:15 pm

Work is primarily performed in schools and recreation settings, but may vary depending on the project

Free Play for Kids is an equal‑opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are values of Free Play for Kids. Free Play for Kids welcomes applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Free Play for Kids respectfully operates on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional gathering place for diverse Indigenous peoples including the Cree, Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, Ojibway/Sauleto-Anishinaabe, Inuit, and many others whose histories, languages, and cultures continue to influence our community.