CAC is looking for a U17AAA Head Coach

Jun. 07, 2024

Announcement: Congratulations to Connor Middleton

The Canadian Athletic Club extends our heartfelt congratulations to Connor Middleton on his exciting career opportunity with the Prairie Hockey Academy in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. Connor will be joining their team as a full-time coach, and we wish him all the best in his new role.

With Connor's departure, we are seeking a dedicated and skilled individual to fill his position. We know these shoes will be hard to fill, but if you believe you have what it takes to coach at the U17AAA level, we would love to hear from you.

We look forward to finding a new coach to join our team and help us continue our tradition of excellence.

Now Hiring: U17AAA Coach

Application Process

2024/2025 Job Description:

Canadian Athletic Club Coaches

**The deadline for Applications is June 20, 2024**

Our elite hockey program is seeking an experienced and dedicated U17AAA head coach to join our team. As a coach, you will be responsible for leading, developing, and motivating a team of young athletes to reach their full potential on and off the ice. The ideal candidates are passionate about hockey, have a strong knowledge of the game, and have a proven track record of coaching success.

CAC teams are comprised of the following levels: U13 AA, U15 AA, U15 AAA, U16 AA, U17 AAA, U18 AA

Key Responsibilities:

Construct a season-long program, integrated with development vendors, and focused on long term athletic development
Develop and implement practice plans and game strategies
Foster a safe, inclusive, positive, and supportive team environment
Communicate effectively with players, parents, and club officials
Promote the program and recruit new players as needed
Evaluate player performance and provide constructive feedback
Use technology as an opportunity to enhance player development

Qualifications:

2+ years of coaching experience at an elite hockey level
Hockey Canada pre-requisite coaching certifications up to and including Development 1 (AA) and High Performance 1 (AAA)
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Strong organizational and time management abilities
Post-secondary education is preferred

The CAC is a club that is rich in tradition, however, we are mindful of advancements in our sport and the competitiveness of this market. As such, we are committed to recruiting and retaining the best coaches for our program and ensuring the best development for our athletes. If you are a driven and dedicated coach with a passion for elite hockey and a proven track record of success, please send an email to programconsultant@cac-hockey.com and coachmentor@cac-hockey.com, please include the following:

1) A cover letter and general or hockey-specific resume

2) References

3) A sample practice plan that can be explained at the panel interview

We look forward to hearing from you!