Head Coach Job Summary‬

‭The Cranbrook Skating Club is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Coach for‬‭ the 2023-2024 skating season. The Head Coach will lead the coaching team, provide‬‭ high-quality group and private lessons, and oversee the development of our skating‬‭ programs. This role is crucial in creating a positive and professional environment that‬‭ enables our skaters to thrive.‬

‭ Position:‬‭ Head Coach‬

‭ Location:‬‭ Cranbrook, BC‬

‭ Season Duration:‬‭ May 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026‬

‭ Compensation:‬

●‬‭ Ability to set your own hourly rate, that rate will be honored for any group‬

‭ programming (eg CANSkate)‬

●‬‭ Monthly retainer of $2000 (if taking on all lead coaching roles eg, Canskate,‬

‭ RisingSTAR and STARSkater)‬

●‬‭ Annual Training of your choice for coaches within the annual budget‬

●‬‭ Signing Bonus/Moving Allowance negotiable‬

‭ Key Responsibilities:‬

●‬‭ Conduct, direct and/or lead all scheduled coaching sessions‬

●‬‭ Develop and implement comprehensive skating programs‬

●‬‭ Provide group and private lessons, including off-ice training‬

●‬‭ Be a main contact for the City of Cranbrook regarding ice usage, alongside the‬

‭ Club President‬

●‬‭ Plan and execute the annual ice show, including music arrangements and‬

‭ choreography‬

●‬‭ Attend and contribute to executive meetings, representing coaching-related‬

‭ issues‬

●‬‭ Coordinate the Program Assistant Schedule and maintain skater records‬

●‬‭ Ensure compliance with Skate Canada regulations and the Club’s bylaws and‬

‭ policies‬

●‬‭ Assist with fundraising events and the promotion of the Club’s professional‬

‭ development‬

●‬‭ Ability to work and communicate efficiently and positively with children of different‬

‭ skating levels and their parents‬

●‬‭ Provide group and private lessons, including off-ice training‬ Organize, work with and coordinate other coaches‬

●‬‭ Maintain all skater records as required‬

●‬‭ Implement a positive and fun working environment for all skaters‬

●‬‭ Work with skaters to achieve their goals even if they are not competitive skaters‬

●‬‭ Support new coaches in achieving credentials‬

‭ Qualifications:‬

●‬‭ Skate Canada certified Coach‬

●‬‭ Valid First Aid Certificate‬

●‬‭ Compliance with Skate Canada’s Coaches Code of Ethics Policy‬

●‬‭ Strong organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the‬

‭ executive board and other coaches‬

●‬‭ Previous experience in coaching and program development is preferred‬

●‬‭ Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain a professional demeanor‬

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Application Process:‬‭ Interested candidates are encouraged‬‭ to submit their resume, a‬‭ cover letter detailing their coaching philosophy and relevant experience, and copies of‬‭ relevant certifications.‬

‭ For more information and to apply, please contact:‬

‭ President@CranbrookSkating.com‬

‭ Join us in fostering the growth and success of our skaters while promoting the values‬‭ and standards of the Cranbrook Skating Club.‬

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