Assistant Coach - Figure Skating

THE RIDLEY DIFFERENCE

Founded in 1889, Ridley College is a co-educational boarding and day school with over 850 students in JK to Grade 12 from more than 60 countries worldwide. Education at Ridley is 'learner-centred' and inquiry-based, enhanced by the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. It places students at the heart of the learning experience and develops curiosity, open-mindedness, and agile thinking and doing.  Guided by our vision, we aim to inspire flourishing lives to transform our globe. 

We strive as a community to create a culture of belonging on campus based on trust, collaboration and cooperation, and to promote and deepen these shared values in all we do. Joining the team at Ridley means you are committed to life-long learning and development, have integrity and value being of service in a richly diverse community. Attracting, developing and retaining people who thrive in Ridley’s positive education culture that recognizes and celebrates individual strengths is critical to our success. 

Ridley College is located on 90 picturesque acres in St. Catharines, Ontario, in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula and is comprised of a stunning blend of century-old buildings housing modernized technology. Our state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities as well as our first-class resources and recently renovated Fieldhouse and new Sports Complex will continue to reshape the learning experience for future generations of Ridleians and uphold Ridley’s place as a global leader in education.

OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Assistant Coach to support our Figure Skating programme this school year.  In this role, you will work collaboratively with the Head Coach and Director of Athletics in developing skaters by providing input into technical development, skater evaluation and feedback.  

In addition, you will:

• assist in planning and leading morning, afternoon, or early evening practices;
• ensure the health and safety of all students in the program and always maintains a safe environment, when on or off campus;
• arrange for the scheduling of all practises, arrange for athletic transportation to and from events and support the recruitment efforts for assistant coaches and staff;
• ensure appropriate rules and regulations governing the conduct of athletic activities, participants, and observers;
• maintain necessary records and completes required paperwork in a specified time and manner; and,
• professionally represent the school in interactions with parents, community, staff and students. 

This is a part-time, 12-18 hours a week, contract position. This position may require after school and weekend availability with travel to simulations, competitions and other figure skating events (November to June).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a figure skating coach or athlete with a focus on understanding the various components of sport, team and athlete management.

• Must hold the Skate Canada Regional Coach Certification or higher 

• Must abide by all Skate Canada policies, including: Code of Ethics, Safe Sport policies, Respect in Sport training, and Privacy Policy.

• Knowledge of training and competition systems, including long term athlete development, technical progression, program design, and competition strategy

• Knowledge of motivational techniques, and approaches to practice and competition management that minimize injury and optimize athlete performance

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team environment

• Strong interpersonal skills with an open communication style

• Demonstrated ability to lead by example in providing a positive, respectful, compassionate, and professional environment

• Certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED

• Valid drivers licence required

This is a new position. Salary range: $10,000-12,500 based on experience.

While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, a satisfactory Vulnerable Persons Screening Report must be provided. 

Ridley College is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible and equitable environment where everyone feels respected, valued and supported.  Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used in order to ensure your equal participation.