Coach, Tracking & Field (Throwing Coach), Senior School

Part-time, Fixed-term Contract 

End of March 20025 – Beginning of June 2025

Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here, every day students are motivated to strive for their best selves, embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences, guided by staff who know them and believe in them.

Bound by our belief in the power of girl-centred education, Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators, staff, students and families. Here, everyone can contribute to the strength of our school– including you. 

We offer extensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Our 10-acre campus provides modern facilities, as well as beautiful outdoor spaces and a daily connection to nature.

Crofton House School is currently seeking a Throws Coach to join the Senior School Athletics team.  As an Athletic Coach, you will work collaboratively with the Program Coordinator, Athletics, Senior School, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students in your care.

Responsibilities:  

• Plan and deliver weekly training to students, grade 8 – 12 (Friday 7am – 8am, and possibly Tuesday 7am – 8am)
• Act as primary supervisor for students both in weekly practices and meets
• Provide mentorship, training, and support to students
• Support and develop the leadership ability of students
• Read, understand and observe all processes and procedures outlined in the Crofton House School Athletic Coaches Handbook
• Confirm practice, league and tournament season schedule
• Receive input from teacher sponsor, if applicable, on decisions related to athlete selection for final team roster and competition line-up
• Register for competitions and confirm team roster with BC School Sports two weeks prior to deadline
• Submit an early dismissal list for the season (league, tournaments) to the Program Coordinator, Athletics prior to the first league game
• Complete ‘Coach Postseason Wrap-Up’ document and ‘Athlete Survey’ to the Program Coordinator, Athletics at the end of season play
• Maintain open communication with the school administration and parents of Track and Field students
• Maintain accurate meeting attendance records of students
• Be available to meet with the Athletic Coordinator to review progress and future plans
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of students at all times
• Take part in School initiated training when required
• Other responsibilities as required

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience: 

• 1 – 3 years of experience coaching track and field
• Be knowledgeable in the technical, tactical and physical elements of throwing
• Demonstrable awareness of the learning styles of girls and young women
• Committed to the standards of professional practice
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills

Employment and Application Details:

This role starts at the end of March 2025

Compensation: Up to $2000 depending on experience and time commitment.

Please note that applicants must be able to legally work in Canada. Employment is conditional upon Crofton House School conducting and receiving a satisfactory criminal record check.

Apply online at www.croftonhouse.ca/careers.  Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received. 

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

For more information, please visit www.croftonhouse.ca/careers

About Crofton House School

Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here, students are motivated to strive for their best selves, embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences, guided by staff who know them and believe in them.

Our approach supports the whole girl in her social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Guided by the School’s values of courage, creativity and citizenship, students are able to discover and pursue their own paths, developing the confidence and capacity to thrive and positively influence the world around them.

Established in 1898, Crofton House has a long history of girl-centred education. Today, the School has over 900 students and almost 200 staff members learning, working and playing on our 10-acre campus in Vancouver.