School Program Leader

Company Overview

Fitset Ninja is a training facility that offers ninja obstacle course racing and parkour programming. We have locations in both Edmonton and Calgary, AB. We are an innovative, goal-oriented company with a vision to bring our movement training mainstream, with locations across Canada.

We are committed to inspiring people to unleash their full potential. This includes our customers and employees We are dedicated to creating an environment where our people can achieve their personal and professional goals.

Position Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and energetic individual with coaching and athletic experience to join our team as a casual School Field Trip/Mobile Obstacle Course Coach. Our School Field Trip/Mobile Obstacle Course coaches bring the sport of ninja directly to students at schools or facilitate School Field Trips at our permanent location.

Who You Are

• LOVES working with children and youth
• 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

Responsibilities

• Participate in the set up and running of Mobile Obstacle Courses (MOC) and School Field Trips (SFT), including set up and take down of equipment
• Provide high-energy and engaging programming for grades Kindergarten to 9
• Act as a mentor to participants
• Ensure equipment is safe and appropriate for participant age and skill level (training provided)
• Find solutions to problems as they arise or reach out for help
• Ensure that participants are having fun
• Provide support and encouragement to athletes
• Ensure that all athletes in your group are engaged, regardless of fitness level or prior ninja experience
• 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
• Communicate facility rules, safety protocols and the plan for the day to participants in a large group format
• Promote Fitset programming to participants and parents, guardians and school staff
• Provide clear instructions/demonstrations on how to use equipment safely
• Manage participant behavioural issues or refer to Team Lead
• Be a positive role model for participants and always lead by example

Qualifications

• Daytime availability
• Experience coaching children and youth
• Athletic experience; passion for physical activity
• 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

Compensation & Rewards

• Competitive wage
• Awesome employment perks
• Ongoing professional development

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $15.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• On-site gym

Application question(s):

• Please describe your coaching style.
• Please outline your athletic experience.
• Are you available weekdays between 7:30am and 5pm?

Work Location: In person