Sailing Coaches for 2023

The St. Margaret Sailing Club, often regarded as one of the greatest sailing places in Canada, is looking for coaches for our 2023 Learn to Sail Program.

Our ever-expanding program offers the entire span of Sail Canada’s curriculum, Wetfeet through CANSail 6, and we are looking for coaches to support the growth of our sailors at every level - from the introduction to sailing to our Race Teams.

We invite interested coaches to apply by January 20, 2023.

Summary

Position

Learn to Sail Coaches & Race Team Coaches - levels include Wetfeet through CANSail 6, Opti and C420 Race Team.

Reports To

Head Coach

Period

May and June – Part-time Available

July to August – Full-time

September to October – Part-time Available

Wages & Benefits

Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Coaches will also be given club branded clothing & gear, Club Membership and access to the club fleet at head coach discretion.

Application Deadline

January 20, 2023, @ 11:59pm

How to Apply

Send cover letter and resume to learntosail@smsc.ca

Responsibilities

  • Prepare lessons and deliver the Sail Canada curriculum to help sailors reach goals applicable to their level.

  • Exhibit strong organizational and planning skills.

  • Instruct students and deliver sailing school programs in a professional manner.

  • Provide a safe, fun, and educational environment for sailors.

  • Play a leading role in ensuring club equipment and facilities remain clean, tidy, and in good repair throughout the season.

  • Maintain records of student achievements, attendance, and related program activities. Communicate these records effectively to students, parents/guardians and the Head Instructor.

  • Attend Thursday night races and regattas with the Green Fleet or Race team as applicable.

Qualifications

  • Currently registered Sail Canada Instructor – or planning to obtain certification in the Spring of 2023

  • Current Sail Canada Instructor prerequisites (First Aid, CPR, PCOC, Coach Boat Safety Course, Police Background Check, SAIL Canada Safe Sport Module) or pending completion in the Spring of 2023

  • VHF / ROC Certificate

  • Knowledge and experience in basic boat repairs

  • Previous coaching experience is an asset

  • Race team experience for competitive classes is an asset

Expectations

  • Work productively together as a coaching team

  • Fully committed to upholding a high standard of coaching.

  • Regularly update and maintain sailor records and perform CAN Sail evaluations

  • Committed to helping sailors set and reach goals

  • Maintain and repair equipment as needed

  • Assist with basic housekeeping of the Junior Sail facilities

  • Available through the core season which runs from the last week of June to the end of August.

  • Available for selective additional work including dinghy race nights, private lessons as well as spring and fall seasonal preparations.

  • Participate in additional program-related activities

Thank you for your interest. Please direct any questions and forward your cover letter and resume to learntosail@smsc.ca. We look forward to hearing from you.

Head Coach for 2023

The St. Margaret Sailing Club, often regarded as one of the greatest sailing places in Canada, is looking for a dedicated and motivated individual to be our Head Coach for Summer 2023

The program offerings include the entire span of Sail Canada’s curriculum and we are looking to expand our Program this year and to include shoulder seasons and have a dedicated Opti and 420 Race Team.

We invite interested coaches to apply by January 13, 2023.

Summary

Position

Head Coach

Reports To

Director of Learn to Sail

Period

May and June – Part-time

July to August – Full-time

September to October – Part-time

Wages & Benefits

Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Coaches will also be given club branded clothing & gear and Club Membership.

Application Deadline

January 13, 2023 @ 11:59pm

How to Apply

Send cover letter and resume to learntosail@smsc.ca

Qualifications

  • A mature individual with a positive “can do” attitude, with the ability to act as a positive role model and ambassador for the St. Margaret Sailing Club.

  • A demonstrated passion for sailing, including race experience

  • Someone willing to learn and take on the challenge of running a Learn to Sail Program - guidance and professional development will be offered to the successful candidate

  • A minimum of CANSail 3-4 Certification, CANSail 5-6 Certification preferred but all interested coaches are encouraged to apply.

  • A working knowledge of current Sail NS and CANSail LTS program structure and operations

  • Knowledge of 420's, Optimists, Lasers, coach boats and their maintenance

  • Ability to operate a coach boat in an appropriate and safe manner

  • VHF / RCOC certification

  • Fully insured with Sail Canada

  • Valid PCOC Card - boat operators card

  • First Aid: Any national program approved by the CANSail Insurance Policy

  • Supervisory experience and further certification would be considered assets

Successful Police Background Check & Vulnerable Sector Screening

Key Accountabilities

  • Deliver a quality sport experience for all participants while ensuring the safety of all users of the club including students, coaches, and members.

  • Liaise between all key stakeholders – sailing school participants, parents, and board members.

  • Supervise and mentor staff members/coaches.

  • Promote the St. Margaret Sailing Club at events, in the community, and at Sail NS.

  • Ensure that all equipment (sailboats, coach boats, radios, etc.) are kept in good and safe working order.

Specific Responsibilities

  • Coordinating and assisting in pre-season and post-season maintenance of all sailing equipment and inventory log

  • Ensuring the development and implementation of CANSail programming for all levels of the Youth Sailing Program

  • Managing a staff of 8 to 9 instructors, including but not limited to participating in the hiring process, reporting of hours for payroll, performance management and job evaluation.

  • Preseason orientation and training of coaches, including onshore and on water sessions

  • Communicating effectively with sailing staff to ensure implementation of program goals and curriculum

  • Assisting with the placement of students in the appropriate program/level

  • Bringing employee issues or problems to the Learn to Sail Director before potential problems escalate

  • Communicating effectively, and on a regular basis with youth sailing program participants and their parents, the Sailing Club Manager, LTS Director and other key stakeholders

  • Scheduling additional working hours (Adult lessons, Private Lessons, Regatta staff) for Sailing Instructor Staff

  • Supervising sailing instructor staff in the teaching of sailing lessons

  • Recording and maintaining records of student progression

  • Leading additional event planning over and above the regular program for the purpose of enhancing participant experience and exposing the club to learning opportunities

  • Implementing and monitoring all safety plans and policies for the learn to sail program, ensuring strict adherence to the established Emergency Action Plan and providing first aid when necessary

  • Coordinating all sailboat and coach boat maintenance and repairs with instructors, the Fleet Director, suppliers and marinas

  • Supervising all areas used by sailing staff and program sailors

  • Assisting Race Coach(es) with the logistics related to local regattas for SMSC participants, including communication with parents and participants

  • Attendance at all SMSC sponsored events (e.g. Open House, Island Day, Closing BBQ, etc.) as required.

  • Performing additional duties as requested

Thank you for your interest. Please direct any questions and forward your cover letter and resume to learntosail@smsc.ca. We look forward to hearing from you.