Endurance United Youth Nordic Head Coach

Fasterskier; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Endurance United in Saint Paul, MN seeks an EU Youth Nordic Head Coach for the EU Skiwerx program. This part-time role focuses on curriculum, organization, and lead coaching, with duties spanning annual planning, practice scheduling, and family communications.

Evening/weekend work is required, and the coach will collaborate with directors to set goals and manage program operations. The ideal candidate values youth development, Nordic skiing proficiency, strong communication, and willingness to

Qualifications

• Prior experience coaching youth desired
• Adhere to Endurance United policies and procedures
• Proficiency in classic and skate Nordic skiing and rollerskiing
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• US Ski and Snowboard Coach Membership and Level 100 Certification within 3 months
• Background screening

Responsibilities

• Write an age-appropriate EU Skiwerx curriculum annually with weekly practice plans
• Create practice schedules for summer, fall and winter
• Collaborate with Program Director to set goals and achievement plans
• Manage day-to-day operations of EU Skiwerx program
• Communicate with athletes and parents, including a weekly update
• Maintain partnership with MyXC Executive Director
• Hold information meetings for athletes, parents and coaches
• Attend SELECT MyXC Wednesday night sprints
• Coordinate athlete attendance and provide race support at youth races
• Help recruit program coaches and foster their development
• Maintain race suit inventory with Junior Head Coach
• Cultivate teamwork and belonging
• Create, share, and update EU Skiwerx handbook annually
• Plan and execute end-of-season EU Skiwerx parties
• Promote Endurance United and its programs
• Other duties may be assigned

Job description

Job Title: EU Youth Nordic Head Coach (primary focus is EU Skiwerx)

Job Status: Part-Time, 20 hours per week (approximate hours, will vary based on season), salary range $18,000-$20,000 depending on experience and qualifications. Evenings and weekends are required.

Description:

The EU Youth Head Coach is responsible for the curriculum, organization, and lead coaching role for the EU Skiwerx program. This program is subject to change based on the season (e.g., spring, summer, fall, and winter). The ideal candidate is self-motivated, with a strong passion for Nordic skiing and a keen interest in coaching youth to excel and meet their personal goals in the sport. The candidate has the opportunityto further coaching education as desired.

• Write an age-appropriate EU Skiwerx curriculum annually including detailed weekly practice plans: summer, fall & winter
• Create practice schedule for summer, fall & winter
• Collaborate with Program Director to establish goals and achievement plan for EU Skiwerx program
• Manage day-to-day operations of EU Skiwerx program
• Communicate day-to-day information with athletes and their parents regarding all elements of the program including a weekly email to parents and coaches
• Communicate with MyXC Executive Director to maintain strong partnership
• Hold appropriate information meetings for athletes, parents, and coaches
• Attend SELECT MyXC Wednesday night sprints: 3 before the Birkie
• Coordinate athlete attendance & provide race support at SELECT youth races annually (Pre-Loppet, local Youth Cups, City of Lakes Loppet & Junior Birkie)
• Help recruit program coaches and foster their development
• Maintain race suit inventory (in collaboration with Junior Head Coach)
• Cultivate and nurture a sense of teamwork and belonging
• Create, share, and update EU Skiwerx handbook annually
• Plan & execute end-of-season Skiwerx parties (summer beach party & winter party)
• Actively promote Endurance United, both the organization as a whole as well as the individual programs
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned

Qualifications:

• Prior experience coaching youth desired
• Adhere to all Endurance United policies and procedures
• Demonstrated proficiency in classic and skate Nordic ski techniques and rollerskiing
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• US Ski and Snowboard Coach Membership and Level 100 Certification required (within 3 months of being hired)
• Background screening