Coach, Youth Rowing Camp
St. Catharines Rowing Club
Seasonal full-time position. Start date: June 30, 2025. End date: August 22, 2025.
Seasonal full-time position. Start date: June 30, 2025. End date: August 22, 2025.
Applications Closed
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Position Summary
The Youth Rowing Camp at St. Catharines Rowing Club is designed for novice to intermediate rowers aged 10 - 15. It runs as a full-day, week-long camp that involves on-water rowing sessions (2 each day, weather permitting), off-water instructional sessions, and camp-style games and activities.
The primary objective of a YRC Coach is to work with a team of coaches to ensure the effective delivery of the YRC program, so that participants learn the fundamentals of rowing in a safe, fun, and friendly atmosphere. YRC Coaches report to the YRC Head Coach.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess the following competencies:
Hours of Work and Compensation
This is a seasonal full-time position that starts on June 30, 2025 and ends on August 22, 2025. In addition, 4 hours of paid program planning time will be required prior to June 30 (flexible). There are no hours of work on Canada Day (July 1) or during Henley week (Aug 4 - 8).
Hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm, with a 30 minute lunch break (unpaid).
Compensation is $18 - $20 per hour (depending on coaching experience).
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Working conditions are primarily outdoors including in sun, wind, and rain. This position requires heavy lifting of equipment (motors, boats, oars, etc) and the physical ability to assist rowers in emergencies on the water. Swimming ability is required. There is a large physical component to this position, as physical work is required for program set-up and delivery and facility and equipment upkeep.
How to Apply
For more information or to submit an application, please contact [email protected].
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume that identifies relevant rowing, coaching, camp, or work experience and includes copies of relevant certifications.
Application Closed: MARCH 1, 2025
The Youth Rowing Camp at St. Catharines Rowing Club is designed for novice to intermediate rowers aged 10 - 15. It runs as a full-day, week-long camp that involves on-water rowing sessions (2 each day, weather permitting), off-water instructional sessions, and camp-style games and activities.
The primary objective of a YRC Coach is to work with a team of coaches to ensure the effective delivery of the YRC program, so that participants learn the fundamentals of rowing in a safe, fun, and friendly atmosphere. YRC Coaches report to the YRC Head Coach.
Responsibilities
- Work as a member of a team to provide excellent rowing instruction and coaching to all YRC participants in a fun and supportive environment.
- Plan and implement program activities (both on land and on water) that are developmentally appropriate for athletes between the ages of 10 - 15 who have different rowing abilities and potential.
- Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
- Actively create a welcoming and fun environment for all YRC participants and coaches.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess the following competencies:
- Compliance with Every Coach Certified policy. Must have completed (1) NCCP Coach Initiation in Sport, (2) RCA Rowing Essentials, and (3) Making Ethical Decisions prior to June 26, 2025. Costs to achieve compliance will be subsidized 50% by SCRC.
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of rowing.
- Positive leadership skills and ability to take control of a situation.
- Excellent awareness of safety.
- Ability to assess situations and make sound and reasonable decisions.
- Patience and listening skills for working with children.
- Pleasure Craft Operators Card (BoatSmart) by June 26, 2025.
- Standard First Aid and CPR A certification considered an asset.
- Completed Criminal Records check (Vulnerable Sector Screening) - must be current.
- Preference to applicants with post-secondary training (completed or in progress) in kinesiology, adult education, recreation, sport management, or other relevant field.
- Preference given to SCRC current athletes. Must be in good standing with the Club.
Hours of Work and Compensation
This is a seasonal full-time position that starts on June 30, 2025 and ends on August 22, 2025. In addition, 4 hours of paid program planning time will be required prior to June 30 (flexible). There are no hours of work on Canada Day (July 1) or during Henley week (Aug 4 - 8).
Hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm, with a 30 minute lunch break (unpaid).
Compensation is $18 - $20 per hour (depending on coaching experience).
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Working conditions are primarily outdoors including in sun, wind, and rain. This position requires heavy lifting of equipment (motors, boats, oars, etc) and the physical ability to assist rowers in emergencies on the water. Swimming ability is required. There is a large physical component to this position, as physical work is required for program set-up and delivery and facility and equipment upkeep.
How to Apply
For more information or to submit an application, please contact [email protected].
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume that identifies relevant rowing, coaching, camp, or work experience and includes copies of relevant certifications.
Application Closed: MARCH 1, 2025
