Coach, Track

**Coach, Track & Field, Junior School**

**Part-time, Fixed-term Contract**

**Beginning of April 2025 - End of May 2025**

Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here, every day students are motivated to strive for their best selves, embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences, guided by staff who know them and believe in them.

Bound by our belief in the power of girl-centred education, Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators, staff, students and families. Here, everyone can contribute to the strength of our school
- including you.

We offer extensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Our 10-acre campus provides modern facilities, as well as beautiful outdoor spaces and a daily connection to nature.

Crofton House School is currently seeking an experienced Track & Field Coach to join the Junior School Athletics team. As an Athletic Coach, you will work collaboratively with the Program Coordinator, Athletics, Junior School, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students in your care.

**Responsibilities**:

- Plan and deliver weekly training to students, grade 3-7 (Monday to Thursday before and after school; 7:15am-8:00am and/or 3:00pm-5:00pm)
- Act as a supervisor for students both in weekly practices and at track meets
- Provide mentorship, training, and support to students
- Support and develop the leadership ability of students
- Read, understand and observe all processes and procedures outlined in the Crofton House School Athletic Coaches Handbook
- Receive input from other coaches, if applicable, on decisions related to athlete selection for competition entries.
- Maintain open communication with the school administration and parents of track & field students
- Maintain accurate meeting attendance records of students
- Be available to meet with the Athletic Coordinator to review progress and future plans
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of students at all times
- Uphold the Mission, Vision and Values of Crofton House School
- Other responsibilities as required

**Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience**:

- 1 - 3 years of experience coaching track and field
- Demonstrable awareness of the learning styles of girls and young women
- Committed to the standards of professional practice
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills

**Employment and Application Details**:
Please note that applicants must be able to legally work in Canada. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.

Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.

Total Compensation: $1,254 - $2,195 depending on experience and availability.
- A cover letter and current resume that outlines exact dates of employment, the organization, job title and responsibilities. If you have gaps in your employment history, please advise as to why.
- Please clearly identify your educational background and history of professional development related to this position.

**About Crofton House School**

Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here, students are motivated to strive for their best selves, embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences, guided by staff who know them and believe in them.

Our approach supports the whole girl in her social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Girls are able to discover and pursue their own paths, developing the confidence and capacity to thrive and positively influence the world around them.

Established in 1898, the Crofton House has a long history of girl-centred education. Today, the School has over 900 students and almost 200 staff members learning, working and playing on our 10-acre campus in Vancouver.