COACHING CLASSIFIEDS
Stephenville Skating Club - Stephenville
February 26, 2024
The Stephenville Skating Club invites applications from two Regional Skate Canada certified (or higher) Coaches to join our team as Club coach and CanSkate coach for the 2024 – 2025 season. We offer a range of Skate Canada programs at the stunning Olympic sized Stephenville Dome, starting from October to April. Our club is adapting to the new normal after COVID. We usually have around 80-100 skaters from PRE-CAN to STARskate level, as well as SYNCHROskate.
Coaches are expected to:
• Teach athletes in PRECAN, CANSKATE, STARSKATE, and SYNCHROSKATE
• Test STAR Levels
• Inspire, train and support athletes for competitions, tests and seminars
• Review and improve athletes’ performances
• Create routines for skaters
• Assist in organizing the annual ice show
• Adhere to the Skate Canada Code of Ethics
• Demonstrate positivity, enthusiasm and self-motivation
• Collaborate well with others
Qualifications:
• Be a Skate Canada Professional Coach in Good Standing
• Have at least Regional Coach (Primary STARSKATE / Level 1) Certification
• Have STAR Level Assessment certification. Star 1 – 5 Testing Training
• Have current First Aid Certification
Hourly Rate:
• Based on certification and experience
Coaches oversee the overall delivery of the program, on & off ice instruction, planning, and skater development. They also participate in competitions and test days, and help with planning and running the year-end ice show. The Club Executive supports all the coaches’ responsibilities. Please email any questions and/or your resume to sfsk8ing@gmail.com
Prince of Whales Skating Club - St. John's
November 17, 2023
Prince of Wales Skating Club in St. John’s, NL is looking for 2 Full Time Coaches.
Position 1. Experienced Coach and Dance partner, who is able to coach and partner dances through diamond dances. Has experience working with competitive dance teams has competed at a high level, national level or international level in Ice Dance Is willing to develop an ice dance program in a club. Is willing to work with singles skaters on basic skating technique and some background in choreography. Willing to work with Canskate.
Position 2 Free-Skate and performance coach who has competed or coached at the minimum of a national junior level. Strong knowledge of jump technique, spin technique, capable of teaching triple jumps. Good knowledge of off-ice strength training, coordination and flexibility. Experience working with jump harness.
Requirements:
- Required to work in Canskate
- Availability to work evenings and weekends as required
- Develop and implement training programs to improve athletes’ skills and performance.
- Plan and organize practice sessions, including warm-ups, drills, and conditioning exercises.
- Evaluate athletes’ progress and provide feedback for improvement.
- Prepare athletes for competitions and assist during meets.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of athletes during training sessions and competitions.
- Collaborate with other coaches, team members, and parents to create a positive and supportive team environment.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a Figure Skating Coach and high level athlete.
- Strong knowledge of skating techniques, training methods, and competition rules
- Skate Canada Coach – NCCP regional certification with preference to applicants who are willing to become National certified.
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The Prince of Wales SC offers competitive compensation based on experience. If you have a passion for Figure Skating and enjoy working with athletes, we would love to hear from you. Please send cover letter and resume to: powsc@yahoo.com
The club offers some relocation assistance and offers assistance for continuing education.
Polaris Figure Skating Club - Labrador City
May 30, 2023
The Polaris Figure Skating Club is located in Labrador City, NL. Nestled in beautiful scenic Labrador, we are Newfoundland & Labrador’s best kept secret. With all the amenities of city life, we are at nature’s doorstep. We are seeking another permanent coach who is outgoing, with a love of teaching, to join us beginning in the 2023/2024 season. We promote an encouraging and supportive atmosphere for all our 110 skaters ranging from the PreCanSkate to Gold-level STARSkate levels.
We begin our season in October and run until April. During which we host a test day, attend 3-4 competitions a year (all-expense paid trips for our coaching staff), and we close out the season with an ice show which is bigger and better every year and a local favourite in our community.
Our ideal candidate is a registered Skate Canada Professional Coach in good standing, can offer instruction to our PreCanSkate & CanSkate programs, assess the STAR 1-5 test program, and offer both group and private lessons with a positive, upbeat attitude.
We are also offering an exciting opportunity for our successful candidate to develop an off-ice program (in accordance with Skate Canada guidelines). Our club will provide the rental space!
If you think your passion for skating and strong communication skills make you a great fit for our team, we offer a competitive wage, lots of great opportunities and other incentives we would love to discuss with you.
We can be reached at sarahmontague@nlesd.ca
Wabush Figure Skating Club - Wabush, Labrador
April 27, 2023
Wabush FSC – Wabush, NL Canada
Hourly Rate: $50.00
The Wabush Figure Skating Club (WFSC) is a non-profit, volunteer-run sports club. We offer several programs for all ages and levels of skating. We are located in Wabush, Labrador and we are seeking a qualified Regional Skate Canada Coach to assume the role of Club Coach for the 2023 – 2024 skating season. Our club is located in Wabush, NL Canada, A beautiful northern mining town near the Quebec border. Our club offers a variety of Skate Canada programs and our season typically begins October and runs until May with 20 hours Minimum of coaching available each week. This will include on and off ice training. Our club currently has approximately 80 skaters from PRE-CAN to STAR-SKATE level. We will provide travel fee to Wabush at the beginning of the season and a return fee after our Skating season has ended. We will provide a housing allowance for a successful candidate.
Our coach must be able to teach strong fundamentals to beginning and developing skaters as well as learn to skate to our CanSkaters.
Job description is, but not limited to:
- Instruct athletes in PRECAN, CANSKATE and STARSKATE.
- Assess STAR Levels
- Motivate, prepare and accompany athletes for competitive events, tests and seminars.
- Analyze and evaluate athletes’ performances
- Choreograph routines for skaters
- Help in planning of the year ice show
- Be positive and follow Skate Canada Code of Ethics
- Be willing to work in a team environment
Qualifications:
- Be a registered Skate Canada Professional Coach in Good Standing
- Minimum Regional Coach (Primary STARSKATE / Level 1) Certified.
- STAR Level Assessment certification. Star 1 – 5 Testing Training
- Candidates must have current First Aid Certification
The Club Coach is responsible for the overall coordination of program delivery, on ice instruction, planning and skater development. Other duties include attending competitions and test days at no cost to you, help with planning and executing a year-end ice show. All responsibilities held by the position with support of the Club Executive. Please email resume to wabushfsc@hotmail.com or contact 709 280 1467.
Seaport Skaters Club - Botwood
April 25, 2023
The Seaport Skaters Skating Club, Botwood, NL, is currently seeking a head coach to join our club for the upcoming 2023-2024 season and beyond. We are a non-profit, volunteer run club offering Canskate and Starskate sessions. Open to supporting other programs such as Powerskating and Synchro. Off ice and private lessons are a possibility if coach is willing to take this on. Our season typically runs from October to April with 12hrs a week.
We currently have 70 members and are a well-established club with a committed executive to ensure club success.
The ideal candidate must be willing to work in a team environment, be self-motivated, positive, and enthusiastic.
Club coach would be responsible for, but not limited to the following:
- Instruct athletes in CanSkate and StarSkate
- Perform assessments/evaluations
- Prepare and accompany athletes for competitive events
- Assist with choreographing routines for skaters along with end of the year ice show
- Follow Skate Canada Code of Ethics
Requirements:
- Be a registered NCCP Skate Canada Professional Coach in Good Standing
- Minimum Regional Coach (Primary STARSKATE/Level 1) Certified
- STAR Level Assessment certification
- Current first aid certification
Hourly rate:
- Compensation is competitive and based upon level of qualification and experience.
If this sounds like the club for you, please email seaportskaters@hotmail.com. We would love to hear from you!
Port aux Basques Skating Club - Port aux Basques
February 7, 2023
The Port aux Basques Skating Club is currently seeking a coach to join our current team of coaches for the upcoming 2023-2024 season. We are a non-profit, volunteer run club offering PreCan, Canskate, Starskate and Synchro programs with approximately 100 skaters. Our season typically runs from October to April with 17hrs/week ice time, off ice training as well as available administrative hours.
The ideal candidate must be willing to work in a team environment, self motivated, positive and enthusiastic.
Requirements:
- Minimum Level 1 NCCP, registered with Skate Canada and in good standing.
Hourly rate:
- Negotiable, dependant upon certification and experience
- Administrative $22-25/hr
To inquire or to forward a resume, please contact April Dicks at skatepab@gmail.com
Prince of Whales Skating Club - St. John's
January 23, 2023
The Prince of Wales Skating Club is seeking both CanSkate and Regional Trained Coaches.
Please submit your resume to powsc@yahoo.com
Crystal Gliders Figure Skating Club - New Wes Valley
July 23, 2022
Crystal Gliders Figure Skating Club is currently looking for an energetic, qualified, provincial certified Skate Coach for the 2022-23 season. The club’s location is New Wes Valley, NL, Canada. We run our program from October to April and skate approximately 25 hours/ week. Our club consists of a variety of skaters from CanSkate to STARSkate levels.
The candidate should have previous experience coaching group lessons, have a passion for developing skaters from the beginner level, work well with others, have great organizational/leadership skills and most importantly be energetic and fun. Job description is inclusive of the following:
- Instruct athletes in CanSkate and STARSkate
- Perform assessments/evaluations
- Prepare and accompany athletes for competitive events and test days
- Assist with choreographing routines for skaters along with end of the year ice show
- Follow Skate Canada Code of Ethics
- Be willing to work in a team environment
Qualifications:
- Be a registered NCCP Skate Canada Professional Coach in Good Standing
- Minimum Regional Coach (Primary STARSKATE/Level 1) Certified
- STAR Level Assessment certification
- Current first aid certification
- Compensation is competitive and based upon level of qualification and experience.
We welcome all applicants to submit their resumes to crystalglidersfsc@gmail.com.We look forward to hearing from you!
Flying Blades Figure Skating Club - Clarenville
July 2022
Flying Blades Skating Club is currently seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated, professional regional coach trained to join our club for the 2022/2023 skating season. We offer programs for CanSkate, STARSkate, competitive skating and synchronized skating. Position includes group CanSkate instruction as well as group STARSkate lessons with opportunities for private lessons.
The applicant must be a Skate Canada certified coach in good standing. Must be willing to work as a team member with other coaches. Must be able to teach strong fundamentals to beginning and developing STARSkaters as well as learn to skate to our CanSkaters. Overall comprehension of the STAR program is required. The Flying Blades SC season runs from September-April with the possibility to expand from July-April. The club, which has existed for over 50 years, located in Clarenville, NL, 180km west of St. John’s.
Interested candidates please forward your resume to:
Flying Blades SC – 15A Blackmore Ave, Clarenville, NL A5A 1B8
Or by email: fbskating@yahoo.com
Sparkling Blades Figure Skating Club - Grand Falls-Windsor
June 21, 2022
Sparkling Blades Figure Skating Club is currently looking for an energetic, qualified, provincial certified Skate Coach for the 2022-23 season and beyond. The club’s location is Grand Falls Windsor, NL, Canada.
We run our program from September to April and skate approximately 12-15 hours/ week. In addition, we normally host a summer school during the latter part of August. Our club consists of a variety of skaters from CanSkate to StarSkate levels.
We are looking for a coach with previous experience coaching skaters (both group and individual), have a passion for developing skaters, work well with others and have great organizational skills. Job description is inclusive of the following:
Instruct athletes in CanSkate and Starskate
- Perform assessments/evaluations
- Prepare and accompany athletes for competitive events and test days
- Assist with choreograph routines for skaters along with end of the year ice show
- Follow Skate Canada Code of Ethics
- Be willing to work in a team environment
Qualifications:
- Be a registered NCCP Skate Canada Professional Coach in Good Standing
- Minimum Regional Coach (Primary STARSKATE/Level 1) Certified
- STAR Level Assessment certification
- Current first aid certification
- Compensation is competitive and based upon level of qualification and experience.
We welcome all applicants to submit their resumes to sparklingbladessc@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
Silver Wings Skating Club - Bonavista
June 9, 2022
Silver Wings Skating Club, located in Bonavista, NL is currently looking for a dedicated and self motivated, individual to fill the position of Coach for the 2022-23 season and beyond, to team with another coach. Our skating season runs from October to April. The candidate should have previous experience coaching group lessons, have a passion for developing skaters from the beginner level, work well with others, have great organizational/leadership skills and most importantly be energetic and fun. Job description is, but not limited to:
- Perform assessments/evaluations
- Prepare and accompany athletes for competitive events and test days
- Choreograph routines for skaters along with end of the year ice show
- Follow Skate Canada Code of Ethics
- Be willing to work in a team environment
Qualifications:
- Be a registered NCCP Skate Canada Professional Coach in Good Standing
- Minimum Regional Coach (Primary STARSKATE / Level 1) certified
- STAR Level Assessment certification
- Current fist aid certified
- Compensation is competitive and based upon level of qualification and experience.
We welcome all applicants to submit their resume to silverwingsskatingclub18@gmail.com
Snowflake Figure Skating Club - Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Labrador
March 21, 2022
Snowflake Figure Skating Club is currently looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and self motivated, individual to fill the position of Coach for the 2020-21 season and beyond, to team with another coach. We run our program from October to April and skate 12-13 hours per week over 4 days. Our club is located in Happy Valley-Goose Bay NL Canada, Central Labrador. The ideal candidate will have previous experience coaching group lessons, have a passion for developing skaters from the beginner level, work well with others, have great organizational/leadership skills and most importantly be energetic and fun. Job description is, but not limited to:
Instruct athletes in CANSKATE and STARSKATE.
- Perform assessments/evaluations
- Prepare and accompany athletes for competitive events and test days
- Choreograph routines for skaters along with end of the year ice show
- Follow Skate Canada Code of Ethics
- Be willing to work in a team environment
Qualifications:
- Be a registered NCCP Skate Canada Professional Coach in Good Standing
- Minimum Regional Coach (Primary STARSKATE / Level 1) Certified
- STAR Level Assessment certification
- Current fist aid certification
- Compensation is competitive and based upon level of qualification and experience.
We welcome all applicants to submit their resume to myrna_gillam@hotmail.com
Port aux Basques Skating Club - Port aux Basques
May 27, 2021
The Port aux Basques Skating Club is currently seeking a coach to join our current team of coaches. We are a non-profit, volunteer run club offering PreCan, Canskate, Starskate and Synchro programs with approximately 100 skaters. Our season typically runs from October to April with 17hrs/week ice time, off ice training as well as available administrative hours.
The ideal candidate must be willing to work in a team environment, self motivated, positive and enthusiastic.
Requirements:
● Minimum Level 1 NCCP, registered with Skate Canada and in good standing.
Hourly rate:
● Negotiable, dependant upon certification and experience
● Administrative $22-25/hr
To inquire or to forward a resume, please contact April Dicks at skatepab@gmail.com
Wabush Figure Skating Club - Wabush, Labrador
Wabush FSC – Wabush, NL Canada
Hourly Rate: $50.00
The Wabush Figure Skating Club (WFSC) is a non-profit, volunteer-run sports club. We offer several programs for all ages and levels of skating. We are located in Wabush, Labrador and we are seeking a qualified Regional Skate Canada Coach to assume the role of Club Coach for the 2021 – 2022 skating season. Our club is located in Wabush, NL Canada, A beautiful northern mining town near the Quebec border. Our club offers a variety of Skate Canada programs and our season typically begins October and runs until May with 25 hours Minimum of coaching available each week. This will include on and off ice training. Our club currently has approximately 80 skaters from PRE-CAN to STAR-SKATE level. We will provide travel fee to Wabush at the beginning of the season and a return fee after our Skating season has ended. We will provide a furnished apartment with heat and lights included. Our coach must be able to teach strong fundamentals to beginning and developing skaters as well as learn to skate to our CanSkaters.
Job description is, but not limited to:
Instruct athletes in PRECAN, CANSKATE and STARSKATE.
Assess STAR Levels
Motivate, prepare and accompany athletes for competitive events, tests and seminars.
Analyze and evaluate athletes’ performances
Choreograph routines for skaters
Help in planning of the year ice show
Be positive and follow Skate Canada Code of Ethics
Be willing to work in a team environment
Qualifications:
Be a registered Skate Canada Professional Coach in Good Standing
Minimum Regional Coach (Primary STARSKATE / Level 1) Certified.
STAR Level Assessment certification. Star 1 – 5 Testing Training
Candidates must have current First Aid Certification
The Club Coach is responsible for the overall coordination of program delivery, on ice instruction, planning and skater development. Other duties include attending competitions and test days at no cost to you, help with planning and executing a year-end ice show. All responsibilities held by the position with support of the Club Executive. Please email resume to wabushfsc@hotmail.com or contact 709 280 1467.