Employer: Appleby College
Location: Oakville Ontario, Canada
Type: Part Time, Contract, School Year
Salary: Not Specified
Estimated Start Date: 10/1/2018
Category: Coaching

Job Description:
Appleby College currently has a challenging opportunity for an

Assistant Coach, Hockey
Contract 3 yrs. September to April

WHO WE ARE
Located in Oakville, Ontario; Appleby College is a non-profit, independent school for more than 760 young men and women in Grades 7 to 12. Founded in 1911, Appleby offers a university preparatory education to both boarding and day students. The curriculum offers an exceptionally diverse education that combines rigorous academics with dynamic arts, athletics and community service.

OUR TEAM
Appleby offers the prospect to be part of a high performing team that fosters an inclusive culture with opportunities to collaborate with other inspiring minds. Working at Appleby means that you value diversity, have integrity, and are committed to learning and professional development. We provide an outstanding educational experience to our students by having an exceptional team. Appleby’s foundation for success is attracting and retaining employees who thrive in our dynamic culture that recognizes individual strengths and talents. Breadth, excellence, innovation and caring – this is what defines the essence of the Appleby team.

WHAT WE WANT – THE ROLE
• Implement and manage recommended and current programs under the direction of the Head Coach
• Support the creation and execution of the extended training program in the fall season, including both on and off ice sessions
• Support the hockey program during the competitive season, including both on and off ice sessions. This may include morning practices, weekend competitions and training sessions occurring Monday to Sunday
• Collaborate with the Admissions team on student athlete identification, recruitment and on-site visits with families
• Meet with visiting families and prospects on campus as required. Visits will often be coordinated such that the prospective student’s tour ends with a late afternoon meeting with the Coach, then skates with the team if a practice day
• Foster relationships with external hockey organizations such as other coaches and hockey program directors
• Ensure adherence to hockey safety standards for school-based physical activities as per the Ontario Physical Education Safety Guidelines
• Commit to part-time hours of 12 hours per week September to November and 30 hours per week November to April

WHAT YOU NEED
• Certification in National Coaching Certification Program and Hockey Canada Coaching
• Superior knowledge of the game of hockey
• Coaching experience in designing and implementing programs at an elite level
• Proven leadership ability within a competitive team setting
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage/communicate effectively with student-athletes, administrators and public
• Sound knowledge of Ontario Physical Education Safety Guidelines for hockey

WHAT WE HAVE
• Exciting, challenging and rewarding work opportunities
• An atmosphere that promotes and encourages exceptional Professional Development
• State-of-the-art facilities that motivate and engages employees
• Located on a 60-acre campus on the shores of Lake Ontario
• Active engagement in community involvement
• Competitive compensation package that will commensurate with skill and experience

HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in joining our team; please apply by September 30, 2018 at Appleby College website: www.appleby.on.ca

Your application matters to us and we will review it carefully. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, a criminal record check is required.

Appleby is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.

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Contact Information:

Contact Person: Christine Hagen
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Posting Expires: 9/30/2018