Alpine Ski Coach, Race - Winter - Full/Part-Time

Alterra • The Blue Mountains, ON

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Alpine Ski Coach (i.e. Race Coach) is responsible for the safety, skill development and supervision of all athletes on their alpine ski team. We are currently looking to fill coaching positions within any of our ski racing programs from U8/U10 to U16/U18. It is also the responsibility of the Coach to help the Supervisors create and enable an athlete centered race training environment by providing high-quality service in a professional, well-organized and informed manner. The Coach will also assist the Manager, Head Coach, Supervisors and Race Coordinators with all aspects of training and race day duties as required.

Requirements

• Must hold a minimum ACA-CSC Entry Level Trained/Certified qualification (i.e. Level 1).
• Must hold a minimum Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance (CSIA) Level 1.
• Willing and able to work outdoors in a variable weather conditions.
• Must be able to work weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) from January through to March Break.
• Successful applicants who are 18 years of age or older will be required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Nice To Haves

• Previous race, race coach and/or ski instructing experience considered an asset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and excellent customer services skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, fun and personalized alpine ski racing and training environment for skill development of athletes on snow and on hill.
• Work with the Manager of Race, Head Coach, Race Supervisors and your co-coach to design, implement, evaluate and adjust season-long training and competition plans.
• Engage, motivate and lead your team and athletes alongside your co-coach/co-worker.
• Teach by example with frequent alpine skiing demonstrations.
• Be prepared with a lesson plan and maintain an accurate journal of training activities.
• Regular communication with parents at the start and at the end of the day and throughout the course of the day with your athletes/participants.
• Promote Blue Mountain and acts as role model for participants and athletes in sport.

Benefits

• Complimentary and discounted access to Blue Mountain attractions for you and your family, including the Adventure Park, private beach, gondola, hiking, and preferred golf rates.
• Save on meals across resort restaurants and cafés, including Starbucks.
• Exclusive discounts at all Blue Mountain-owned retail stores.
• Work in an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and well-being, with access to free therapy and wellness resources.
• Join a vibrant team community with employee events all summer, including but not limited to Sunset Hikes, Under the Big Top, Ice Cream Day and more.
• Free direct to lift access to over 14 iconic ski resorts across Canada and the US.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed