On-siteAbout the Role
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and execute all Squash & Fitness programming including daily afterschool sessions, tournament participation, student development plans and related programming aimed at improving the level of all students and instilling a love for the sport of squash
Coordinate weekend squash tournaments, trips, events, and summer camps, including travel planning, permission forms and parent/guardian communication – when applicable
Track and monitor key student performance metrics including skill level, tournament participation, and other related data aimed at assessing overall performance
Responsible for maintaining the squash portion of the facility, including court maintenance
Cultivate meaningful relationships with UST students, their families, Ontario's squash community, non-profit networks, and the Scarborough community, promoting participation, collaboration, and partnership
Work with the Program Director and other program staff to execute annual student recruitment, outreach events, and strengthen the post-secondary pathways of students
Support the research, writing, submission and tracking of grant proposals and grant reports
Work with the Program Director to create fundraising, event and promotional materials as needed
Stay current and informed about issues pertaining to the Scarborough Community, the youth non-profit space, UST's mission, and the community outreach field
Work closely with Urban Squash Toronto staff to ensure clear lines of communication and effective coordination
Perform ad hoc activities as assigned
Responsibilities/Expectations of all Urban Squash Toronto Staff:
Develop and maintain positive, respectful relationship with all members of UST
Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with all UST stakeholders and respond to requests and emails in a timely manner
Collaborate with others by working in a positive, constructive manner to further UST's mission and value the contributions of all members of the community
Represent and advocate for UST in the community at large
Draw on your own initiative and creativity to propose ways to further the UST mission and drive impact
Demonstrate a growth mindset by being consistently engaged and self-reflective, welcoming feedback to continually improve
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in a community serving related field is preferred
Experience coaching and playing squash at various levels
Experience working with youth, in a non-profit setting, fundraising and community outreach is preferred
Squash coaching certification (NCCP- Squash Canada Coaching Certification Program) & connection to the squash community is an asset
Ability to run squash events/tournaments without supervision
Passion for working with youth and to create a long-lasting change in their lives and the community in which they live
Strong interpersonal, teamwork, communication, and organizational skills; comfort with data tracking and goal setting, with a willingness and desire to engage with diverse stakeholders, is critical
Must be able to travel with students, on occasion to the United States. A valid driver's license is a must
Hours:
General hours are Monday through Friday 10 am-6 pm, though adjustments are necessary on occasion due to community events, tournaments, and summer camps. The position entails weekend work and travel – particularly for tournaments during the school year.
Required Qualifications
- Experience coaching and playing squash at various levels
- Ability to run squash events/tournaments without supervision
- Passion for working with youth and to create a long-lasting change in their lives and the community in which they live
- Strong interpersonal, teamwork, communication, and organizational skills; comfort with data tracking and goal setting, with a willingness and desire to engage with diverse stakeholders, is critical
- Must be able to travel with students, on occasion to the United States. A valid driver's license is a must
- Hours:
- General hours are Monday through Friday 10 am-6 pm, though adjustments are necessary on occasion due to community events, tournaments, and summer camps. The position entails weekend work and travel – particularly for tournaments during the school year.
- Pay: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
- Please apply through this link: https://ca.indeed.com/job/squash-director-b24c43f7c774de5f
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a community serving related field is preferred
- Experience working with youth, in a non-profit setting, fundraising and community outreach is preferred
- Squash coaching certification (NCCP- Squash Canada Coaching Certification Program) & connection to the squash community is an asset
Compensation & Work Arrangement
Important Dates
How to Apply
Apply online at https://ca.indeed.com/job/squash-director-b24c43f7c774de5f.
About Urban Squash Toronto
Urban Squash Toronto is a charitable organization that combines an intensive after-school, 7 days-a-week, yearlong education program with concentrated athletics (principally squash). We support under served youth in the Jane-Finch corridor to reach their full academic, athletic and personal potential.
Our goal is to ensure all of UST’s students graduate from high school and pursue a post-secondary education of their choice. In doing so, our students grow to become healthy, civic-minded, educated adults, transforming their lives and the community in which they live.
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