Assistant Coach
Job Title: Assistant Coach (1 position)
Commitment: May 4th, 2026 - June 25th, 2026
Duration: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm (3 hrs)
Location: Sobeys Stadium (1 Shoreham Drive)
Compensation: Starting at $18/hour (based on experience)
Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Who We Are:
The Jane / Finch Community Tennis Association is a community-based not-for-profit organization that is committed to operating within an Anti-Oppressive and trauma-informed framework to engage our community. We aim to work in a manner that is both productive and constructive to enhance individual strengths; and promote positive developmental outcomes for young people. JFCTA utilizes sport as a vehicle to develop the capacity of youth within our organization and community. Our programs are explicitly designed to be low-cost, and barrier-free.
Job Description:
We are seeking an Assistant Coach for our After School Program. The right candidate for this position will have experience in delivering a tennis program to children/youth ages 10-25, will help support the Head coach to lead practices, provide instruction to players of varying skill levels, and create a fun, positive learning environment. Ideal candidates share our values, have a passion for tennis, great communication skills, and experience working with youth and children.
Assistant Coach Responsibilities:
The Assistant Coach will report for the After-School Program on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm beginning May 5th, 2026, and concluding on June 25th, 2026.
- Review and execute weekly lesson plans prepared by the Head Coach.
- Encourage and motivate young players of all skill levels
- Lead groups, prepare activities, and implement activities in accordance to lesson plans
- Supervise participants to create a safe and fun learning environment
- Communicate with coaches, colleagues, and parents/guardians in a professional manner
- Adhere to the policies and procedures of each organization
- The Assistant Coach will report directly to the Head Coach and Program Operations Manager.
Skills and Attributes:
- Experience working with children and youth in the Jane/Finch or similar community
- Have the ability to instruct and demonstrate the 5 fundamentals of tennis
- Ability to organize and lead children and youth
- Punctuality and sufficient time management skills
- Work responsibility and collaboratively as a part of a team and independently
- Be respectful of the values and code of conduct of the organization
- Be organized and punctual to achieve and finish tasks on time with quality
- Strong ability to problem solve and adapt to situations
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants at all times
Requirements:
- Current Vulnerable Sector Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Positive, enthusiastic, and committed to youth development through sport
Assets:
- Instructor Certificate (not required)
- Current First Aid/CPR (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience instructing and teaching the sport of tennis
Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit a resume/CV and cover letter to:
JFCTA Program Operations Manager, Vyshnave Sivasankar | programs@janefinchtennis.ca with the title RE: ASP Assistant Coach in the subject line by Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact only those candidates whose skills and experience best match the requirements of the position. Please note that this position is pending on available funding.
Jane/Finch Community Tennis Association is an equal-opportunity employer committed to equity and the principles of anti-oppression. We strongly encourage applications that reflect the diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds we serve such as Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), LGBTQ2S+, women, and persons living with disabilities to apply.
