Job Posting: Paddling Coach

The Alberta Sprint Racing Canoe Association(ASRCA), in partnership with McKenzie Lake and Owners Association of Harmony, is hiring 2 Coaches to deliver entry level kayak lessons to ages 7-12 years old. The successful applicant will deliver 1 week introductory sessions, leading to participation in local regatta. CCC is hosting July 15 1- day regatta.

 

Specifics:

• Average work hours (20-30hrs per week) 
• 1 or 2 sessions per day (maximum 8 hrs during the summer months)
• Compensation is $18 per hour
• Locations will be at Bow Waters Canoe Club, Harmony, & McKenzie Lake Community Association
• Dependent on registration numbers.

 

Qualifications:

• CPR & Basic First Aid
• Safe Sport & Making Ethical decisions coaching modules
• Canoe kids certification or equivalent will be considered as mimimim requirement, comp-intro or above may be preferred.
• Strong knowledge of kayaking and training
• Experience working with youth a benefit
• Criminal Background Check 

 

Desired Qualities:

• We are looking for a coach(es) to fill a leadership position
• The coach(es) must be confident and able to work independently
• Reliable and Dependable is a must

 

Requirements include but are not limited to:

• Design & deliver lessons and schedule activities
• Teach specific kayaking skills & fitness to prepare participants for a local competition
• Lead team at local competition
• Oversee use and storage of equipment
• Monitor, and enforce, appropriate participant behavior and COVID protocols
• Perform, repairs for equipment as required
• Communicate with parents of participants
• Follow coach code of conduct & McKenzie Lake policies (training provided prior to job start)
• Be enthusiastic ambassadors for the sport. Educate parents and discuss how children can continue with the sport and sign up for more sessions with ASRCA or canoe clubs.

 

Submit your application with the below form.

-- Deadline March 15, 2023--