Job Description

What the role is all about:

WinSport is seeking energetic, highly knowledgeable, and passionate individuals for the position of Lead Instructor, Summer Ringette Camps. If you have a strong background in ringette skill development, experience mentoring instructors, and a commitment to delivering outstanding youth sport experiences, we invite you to apply.

WinSport’s Summer Ringette Camps offer a dynamic on‑ice and off‑ice development experience for young athletes. Participants explore skating fundamentals, ring control, passing, shooting, gameplay concepts, and physical literacy activities. Our guiding principles include building confidence, developing core ringette skills, fostering teamwork, and creating meaningful connections through sport.

This full‑summer leadership role is responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of a high‑quality, safe, and progressive ringette camp experience for participants ages 5–11. The Lead Instructor provides directions to a team of instructors and junior instructors. They are accountable for managing ice sessions, group flow, safety, and skill progression for up to 36 participants.

Lead Instructors adapt their coaching approach based on age, ability, and experience level, ensuring that younger groups (ages 5–8) experience engaging play‑based development, while older groups (ages 9–11) receive structured, progressive skill instruction and game‑based learning.

As a Lead Instructor, you strive to approach your work to align with our 6 values which are at the core of who we are and what we do at WinSport.

• Safety
• Integrity
• Belonging
• Collaboration
• Inspiration
• Sustainability

What you will be doing:

Program Execution

• Provide leadership and direction during all on‑ice sessions, including station design, drill execution, and flow management.
• Oversee up to 36 participants and supervise a team of 4 instructors and 4 junior instructors, ensuring consistent delivery of lesson plans and teaching standards.
• Ensure the safety, well‑being, and exceptional experience of participants aged 5–11.
• Implement appropriate skill progressions and modify instruction based on individual or group needs.
• Provide coaching mentorship and on‑ice feedback to instructors and junior instructors to ensure high‑quality program delivery.
• Lead and support the development of weekly lesson plans and training progression for your assigned group.
• Coordinate daily set‑up and tear‑down of equipment and training spaces.
• Ensure accurate attendance, participant information, and all required records are maintained.

Leading Children and Youth

• Serve as a positive role model for both young athletes and fellow instructors.
• Promote teamwork, discipline, respect, and sportsmanship within the participant group.
• Manage and mediate participant conflicts fairly and consistently.
• Maintain a high level of enthusiasm and engagement, actively participating in demonstrations and activities.

Communication

• Communicate expectations clearly to instructors and junior instructors to ensure consistent delivery.
• Provide constructive coaching feedback to instructors in real time during camp operations.
• Communicate professionally with parents/guardians regarding participant needs, behaviour, and progress.
• Adjust communication style to fit a wide range of ages, abilities, and contexts.

Other Duties as Required

• Support logistical operations, equipment handling, administrative tasks, and overall camp coordination.
• Represent WinSport with professionalism, enthusiasm, and alignment to organizational values.

Employment Dates & Times

• Must be available for training June 29th, June 30th, July 2nd and July 3rd
• Must be available from July 20th to 24th and August 10th to 14th.

What you bring:

• Strong Ringette background including playing, coaching, or instructing.
• Experience working with youth in sport environments.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR‑C certification required
• NCCP (Ringette Canada and/or Multisport) certifications considered an asset.
• Experience coaching participants of various ages; experience coaching other sports is an asset.
• Post‑secondary education in Kinesiology, Physical Education, Education, Sport Administration, or related fields is an asset.

Work Conditions:

• 40–44 hours per week.
• Ability to skate, coach, and lead high‑energy sessions for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull equipment as required.
• Ability to work in cold arena environments and outdoor settings as needed.
• Maintain a high level of positive energy and focus throughout each camp day.

What We Can Offer You:

• Be part of a fun, passionate team that values creativity and innovation
• Work in a unique environment that blends sport, recreation, and entertainment
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects seen by thousands of visitors each year
• Free Park pass
• Free parking
• Reciprocals at other resorts
• Food, beverage, retail and program discounts
• Access to our world-class gym facility (ages 18+)

We also provide a culture where we value and take care of our people. We have a robust workplace wellness program that supports the physical, emotional, social and financial wellness of our team members.

Discover, Develop, and Excel with WinSport:

Working with WinSport means you will be part of one of the most unique winter sport institutes in the world. You will be rubbing shoulders with athletes of all levels and disciplines, and you will be working in a world-class facility that showcases exceptional services to support our guests in training and maintaining an active lifestyle. You will thrive and be supported as you discover, develop and excel in your role at WinSport.

Join us in creating exceptional and memorable ringette experiences for our community while enjoying the perks of being a valued member of the WinSport team. Apply now and help shape the next generation of young athletes!