Strength and Conditioning Coach

Full-time Permanent Position
Starting January 6, 2025

About Us

Since 1852, under the direction of the Basilian Fathers, St. Michael’s College School has been educating young men in goodness, discipline, and knowledge for lives of leadership and service, and forming them in faith to present the face of Jesus Christ to a world in need of his grace and his peace.

We are Canada’s only Catholic, Basilian, faith-based independent school. We educate young men from Grades 7 to 12 in a university-preparatory programme. Our scholastic environment for all boys is well-designed and suited to their strengths, aptitudes, and needs. It provides a unique learning and growing experience during which a boy develops the framework of his character and builds the foundation for his life as a man.

In graduating young men who change the world through lives of faith, character, and service, St. Michael’s College School brings integrity, unity, and healing to a fractured and uncertain world.

Position Available:

This position is primarily responsible for the day-to-day operation of the School’s Fitness Facility, engaging with students and staff to maintain safe and effective use of the facility and encourage physical fitness to the best of each person’s ability. This position works on-site at the school.

Responsibilities include:

School-year

• Plan, implement, and promote a sustainable fitness and general wellness programme for the SMCS school community
  

Day to day:

• Provide active supervision for the fitness facility during prescribed hours
• Instruct student-athletes in the proper and safe techniques of weight training and operation of fitness equipment, such as weight machines, exercise bicycles, benches, hand weights, and fitness assessment devices
• Track student attendance and participation for team purposes
• Responsible for the daily cleanliness of the weight room and wellness room, including organizing and cleaning, scheduling deep cleans, and coordinating maintenance and repairs with the Facilities Department.
• Collaborate with Athletic Therapists, coaches, Learning Enrichment Centre and parents to assist with rehabilitation and return-to-play programming for injured student-athletes
• Develop strength and conditioning training plans for teams, students, and staff

Projects

• Develop communications to promote a healthy lifestyle, stress reduction, and participation in fitness and wellness programme activities.
• Build and manage a digital record-keeping system for student-athlete testing and evaluation data.
• Determine equipment needs, working with the Director of Athletics, Head of Physical Education, and Director of Facilities to order necessary supplies and equipment
• Assist with the Joint Health and Safety Committee inspections of the facilities to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Supervise part-time strength and conditioning coaches (interns and/or Summer Camp)
• Conduct evaluations and/or surveys to assess interest and satisfaction with programming.

Strength and Conditioning Summer Camp

• Develop and deliver a SMCS Summer Strength and Conditioning camp over July and August, geared for boys ages 12 to 17.

School Life:

• Attend St. Michael’s community events (Homecoming, Open Houses, Welcome Days, etc.).
• Participate in professional growth opportunities.
• Perform other duties as required.

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Kinetics, Kinesiology or Exercise Science related degree. Master’s degree is preferred.
• Valid:
  • National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
  • CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
• Prior experience with youth athletes in a performance/high-performance environment.
• Prior experience with high-performance sports at the high school, collegiate, or professional level.
• Knowledge of various types of programming and evidence-based training principles.

Reports to: Director of Athletics

Rate of Pay: Salaried position: Annual range between $57,000 to $63,000

Vacation time during the school calendar’s December and March breaks, plus two additional weeks in August. Remuneration includes a comprehensive benefits package and participation in a defined contribution pension plan.

Schedule: School year schedule, based on a 40-hour week (Schedule subject to change)

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

How to apply:

Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume and copies of certification requirements to resume@smcsmail.com, indicating ‘Strength and Conditioning Coach’ in the subject line.

Deadline for this application is December 16, 2024, by 9 a.m. Candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline as interviews will take place before the deadline, as necessary.

We thank all candidates in advance. However, we will contact only those selected for an interview. No phone calls or agencies, please.

To work at St. Michael’s College School, all employees must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Screening check.

St. Michael’s College School will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. Applicants are required to make their needs known in advance.

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