Kid Sport Leader

Calling all leaders that love working with kids Looking for a fun spring and summer job working with an amazing team? You will be leading a team of Coaches and helping kids build their athletic and mental fitness with our school and camp programming. Are you a proven leader that loves working with kids and has a passion for physical activity? Join our team **Can transition to a permanent position

**What’s Ninja?**

Ninja is short for ninja obstacle course racing. It is similar to what you see on the show American Ninja Warrior. If you haven’t trained in ninja before, don’t worry We can teach you If you bring an athletic background we have full confidence you can lead kids through their ninja experience.

**What Does Our Staff Say About Fitset?**

“The team is amazing Lots of energy and a chance to build real friendships.”

“Great job for the spring and summer. Really enjoyed going into the schools and helping the kids run through the course.”

“Camps had great obstacles and different work location options were a good fit for me.”

**What Will You Be Doing?**

The Spring & Summer Kid Sport Lead will be responsible for leading a team of coaches in the successful implementation of our spring School Programming (Mobile Obstacle Courses & School Field Trips) and summer Camps programming. This is an excellent opportunity for you to further your leadership capabilities

**Who You Are**
- LOVES working with children and youth
- Proven leadership capabilities
- Able to follow and implement procedures
- Relationship building experience, able to effectively establish rapport with teachers & school administrators
- Energetic & positive
- FUN
- Willing to give and receive feedback
- Strong work ethic
- Trustworthy
- Respectful
- Flexible and adaptable to changing situations
- Motivating, encouraging, and inspiring
- Team player
- Problem solving skills
- Strong communication skills
- Organized
- Time management skills
- Dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service
- Reliable, on time and dependable

**Roles & Responsibilities**
- Act as a mentor to your coach team
- Ensure equipment is safe and appropriate for participant age and skill level
- Find solutions to problems as they arise or reach out for help
- Ensure that participants are having fun
- Demonstrate the Fitset Ninja Mission & Values, like Growth Mindset and Customer Focus
- Provide feedback to the organization on opportunities for improvement and growth in our programming
- Provide feedback on direct report performance
- Promote Fitset programming to participants and parents, guardians and school staff
- Manage escalated behavioural issues

**May & June: School Programming Leader**
- Participate in the set up and running of Mobile Obstacle Courses (MOC) and School Field Trips (SFT)
- Be the lead team member on site
- Complete equipment maintenance and inspection (training provided)
- Engage with students, answer staff enquiries, and effectively handle concerns

**July & August: Camp Leader**
- Delegate roles and responsibilities to camp coaches
- Support in the development of camp plans
- Lead coaches meetings, including post-camp debriefs
- Ensure the safe operation of our camp facilities and equipment
- Provide a memorable experience for campers

**Qualifications**
- Valid Standard First Aid / CPR-C required within three months of hire date
- Completed and cleared Police Record check with Vulnerable Sector Search completed prior to start date
- Completion of the Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders Certificate within one month of hire date
- Leadership experience
- Experience working with children and youth
- A passion for physical activity

**Compensation & Rewards**
- Competitive wage
- Awesome employment perks
- Seasonal role with the potential for permanent employment
- Ongoing professional development

**Job Types**: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $17.00-$21.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Please describe your leadership style

Work Location: In person