Head Skate Instructor

4 weeks ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada YMCA Calgary Full time

Job Summary

The Head Skate Instructor will provide leadership to instructors and members participating in registered programs or drop-in activities, including public skate, Sticks & Pucks, and Open Skate. This role requires maintaining a safe environment by following policies and procedures to manage risks associated with skating experiences.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership to instructors and members participating in registered programs or drop-in activities.
  • Maintain a safe environment by following policies and procedures to manage risks associated with skating experiences.
  • Lead a team of instructors and volunteers to ensure that programs offer an introduction to participants in physical literacy by building fundamental movement skills through skating programs.
  • Contribute to a positive team culture by supporting an inclusive environment for staff and volunteers.
  • Support the administrative systems required for skating programs and services, including waivers, program schedules, and class lists.
  • Collaborate with members from other teams to provide positive experiences for children, youth, and families.

YMCA Calgary Values

Our employees embody the YMCA values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility. They model and are committed to the following competencies:

  • Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
  • Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
  • Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
  • Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
  • Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
  • Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
  • Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate, and respond effectively to changing conditions.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) and/or Can Skate Certification would be considered an asset.
  • Customer Service experiences.
  • Supervisory experience considered an asset.
  • Ability to manage and adjust to changing environments.
  • 3-5 years' experience teaching skate lessons to children and youth.
  • Current First Aid and CPR C certification (CPR recertified within the last 12 months).
  • Evidence of a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector search.
  • Three professional references required.

YMCA Calgary is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.



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