Freestyle Ski Coach

WinSport•Calgary, AB

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At WinSport, we are seeking passionate individuals committed to sharing their stoke for skiing in and out of the park! You may be a great fit and we encourage you to apply if the idea of sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm with young riders engages you, it sounds like fun to cultivate positive relationships with your athletes and within your team as you celebrate their progress over the season, it would be fulfilling to help athletes understand their goals and work towards achieving them, and you want to be part of a team that maintains a safe, welcoming, inspiring and creative environment where both athletes and staff will flourish. In this role, you will be providing high-quality lessons to freestyle athletes ages 6-17 from fundamentals to advanced, contributing to their skill development and love for winter sports. You will work in a dynamic, supportive setting, delivering lessons safely and engagingly, centered around developing athleticism, confidence, respect, and self-discipline in an environment that is positive, challenging, and safe for progression. Consistent freestyle programs run Monday to Saturday through the season excluding holidays. Season-long, January start and Spring programs are available, running to the end of the season. Some opportunity for additional work with freestyle camps running over the holidays.

Requirements

Freestyle Fundamentalz qualification or higher required
Required NCCP courses/modules (Making headway in sport, Making ethical decisions & SafeSport.)
Strong communication skills in English
Strong customer service skills
Able to work as a team and independently
Reliable, punctual, and a positive attitude
Coachable and able to adapt to feedback
Prepared to work in all weather conditions
Healthy and prepared to be outdoors skiing every day
Able to lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 20lbs occasionally
Able to assist with chairlift loading/unloading
Consistently available for regular coaching days throughout the season

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a customer service role is considered an asset
Air 1, 2, 3, or 4 are considered an asset
CSIA/PSIC certifications are considered an asset
Previous experience instructing is considered an asset
Previous experience as a freestyle athlete is considered an asset
Previous volunteer experience is considered an asset
Fluency in other languages is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Leading check-in and out
Providing duty of care for athletes
Seeking to understand athlete goals
Developing a season-long training plan to keep athletes engaged and progressing throughout a long season
Teaching exceptional lessons that focus on both freestyle and all-around skiing skills inside the park and out
Providing meaningful feedback pertaining to progression
Assisting in successful program execution
Deliver clear, concise, and intentional lesson content that aligns with guests' needs, age, stage, goals, utilizing a constructive, positive first feedback approach
Provide exceptional customer service and guest-focused experiences aligning with WinSport’s key behaviors: safe, welcoming, inspiring, creative
Teach and inspire guests to connect with the sport of freestyle skiing
Coordinate, communicate and record participant level changes with team members, leadership, and guests to maximize positive and safe learning experiences
Commit to coaching season-long programs to maximize our guests’ experiences, their development and connection to their coach
Understand the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model and how this applies to the group(s) you are coaching
Interact with guests and team members positively, in ways that align with our core values: safe, welcoming, inspiring and creative
Maintain an in-depth understanding of WinSport’s Snow School products, communicating them effectively to make informed recommendations to guests
Exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for guests of all ages, abilities, and personalities
Lead check-in and check-out for athletes participating in your lessons and support the overall check-in/out process including maintaining a welcoming environment
Maintain high personal and professional standards, arriving on time, in uniform, ready and equipped for the day ahead and adapting to changing conditions
Assist with the accommodation of guest needs with a mindset focused on guest service, problem solving, and adaptability
Collaborate with Shift Leads and other coaches and instructors to ensure the successful execution of ski programs, maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety
Demonstrate proactive problem-solving skills and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of guests
Actively contribute to a safe and welcoming environment by identifying and mitigating hazards, adhering to and teaching the Alpine Responsibility Code and practicing proper park etiquette, and ensuring compliance with all safety policies and procedures
Safely lead ski lessons tailored to guests' skill levels and goals, following Freestyle Alberta coaching pathway training and/or CSIA/PSIC principles and WinSport's safety protocols
Maintain Team Member and Guest areas to the highest standard of safety and appearance on and off the hill, including entrances, exits, check-in and out areas
Actively be aware of the inherent risks associated with skiing, particularly within the context of terrain parks and make decisions that prioritize the safety of both yourself, other Team Members, and guests
Ensure accurate record-keeping, including waiver confirmation, attendance, maintaining class cards with accurate descriptions and recording secure pick-up codes or completing and verifying self-sign form completion for child safety
Maintain duty of care at all times ensuring the safety and well-being of participants in your care by providing proper instruction and progression, supervision, emergency preparedness, choosing appropriate terrain, bathroom breaks, and when taking breaks indoors
Other duties as assigned