Become a member of the GSGA Team
Current opening
Lead Coach
We are looking for a Lead Coach to facilitate our multi sport programming at a variety of childcare and school settings around the GTA. We are looking for energetic, active and sports focused individuals who can lead groups of children from ages 18 months – 12 years of age in games, activities and skill training in a variety of sports like basketball, soccer, hockey, lacrosse, football, and more.
We provide all of the equipment necessary as well as a “playbook” to help guide your lessons.
Duties
- provide a fun, safe and inclusive environment for children to learn and explore in
- strong ability to connect with children and communicate effectively with staff and parents
- lead children through a variety of games and activities related to a number of different sports focuses (soccer, baseball, hockey, football, track and field and more)
- ability to confidently lead groups of children in active, engaging, and structured programs
- support children’s learning and growth as they develop their gross motor skills with a focus on perseverance, self-esteem, confidence and teamwork
- provide a fun and energetic attitude to motivate the children to learn and grow
- comfortable thinking on your feet and adjusting activities to meet the needs of different age groups and abilities as well as individuals
- drive to various locations – MUST HAVE ACCESS TO A VEHICLE
Experience
- in a leadership role (ie. Camp counsellor, volunteer, ECE, EA, after school program facilitator, coach, etc.)
- preferred: currently studying or completed a post-secondary program in an education, child development, kinesiology, sport management, theatre or a related field
- experience leading sports, physical activity, or play-based programs is an asset
- Join our Get Set Go Athletics team as a Lead Coach, where your leadership skills will contribute significantly to our success!