sports coach

Northern Strength Academy; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A sports coaching organization located in Whitehorse, Yukon, is seeking an experienced coach to develop and implement training programs for competitive athletes. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of related experience, strong communication skills, and relevant coaching certifications. This role requires on-site work with no remote options, fostering a motivational training environment for athletes. Competitive compensation and additional employer-paid training opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Commission

Learning/training paid by employer

On-site amenities

Parking available

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in coaching or related fields.
• Experience in developing training programs.
• Capacity to analyze and improve athlete performance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate competitive programs for athletes.
• Plan and develop training sessions.
• Evaluate athlete performance during competitions.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Education

College, CEGEP or equivalent

Tools

Level 1 Certificate in Coaching

National Coaching Institute Diploma

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Air conditioned
• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Urban area
• Weightlifting

Responsibilities

• Coordinate competitive programs
• Develop well planned competitive schedules and programs
• Plan, develop and implement training and practice sessions
• Motivate and prepare athletes or teams for competitive events or games
• Participate in coaching clinic instruction
• Analyze and evaluate athletes' or team's performance
• Observe and evaluate prospective athletes' skills and performance

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Level 1 Certificate in Coaching
• National Coaching Institute Diploma
• CPR Certificate

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Commission

Other Benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• On-site recreation and activities
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Variable or compressed work week