Assistant Coach
Job Title: Assistant Coach (1-2 positions)
Commitment: Monday/Wednesday (6-8pm) 4 hours from June 22nd-August 28th, 2026
Duration: 10 weeks
Location: Fountainhead Tennis Club
Compensation: Up to $20/hour
Application Deadline: Thursday, June 11th, 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.$2000 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 Girls Skills & Development Summer Tennis Program. Ideal candidates have experience coaching various age groups and are passionate about empowering children and youth in an all-female environment, ensuring a safe space, sharing a love of tennis with players of all skill levels, and growing their coaching skills.
Assistant Coach Responsibilities:
The Assistant Coach will report for the Girls Skills & Development Summer Tennis Program on Mondays, and Wednesdays from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm beginning June 22nd, 2026, and concluding on August 27th, 2026.
- Support the head coach in delivering tennis activities while ensuring each activity is age and skill-appropriate
- Lead groups, prepare activities, and implement activities in accordance to lesson plans
- Supervise participants to create a safe and fun learning environment
- Communicate with head coach, colleagues, and parents/guardians in a professional manner
- Adhere to the policies and procedures of each organization
- Support the skill development and confidence of young female players while encouraging teamwork, inclusion, and sportsmanship
- Help with setup and takedown of equipment
- Be a supportive presence both on and off the court
Skills and Attributes:
- Experience working with children and youth in Jane/Finch or similar community
- Have strong communication skills
- Ability to organize, engage and lead young women in sport
- Strong communication and organization skills
- Ability to work effectively both as a team and independently
- Be respectful of the values and code of conduct of the organization
- Punctuality and sufficient time management skills
- Passionate about sport, youth development, and empowering young women
- Strong ability to problem solve and adapt to situations
- Experience instructing and teaching the sport of tennis
Assets:
- Instructor Certificate (not required)
- Current First Aid/CPR and Vulnerable Sector Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience in working with children and youth
Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit a resume/CV and cover letter to:
JFCTA Program Manager, Vyshnave Sivasankar | programs@janefinchtennis.ca with the title RE: GSDP GSDP Summer Assistant Coach in the subject line. Please note: This position is contingent on funding availability.
We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact only those candidates whose skills and experience best match the requirements of the position.
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.
