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The Alberta Cheerleading Association (ACA) is seeking an organized, motivated and knowledgeable Coach Coordinator to lead the administration and development of its coach education and certification programs.

The Coach Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the ACA Coach Education Program, including coach certification, recertification, career development and the Coach-in-Training (CIT) Program. This position ensures that coaching education, resources and certification processes remain current, consistent and aligned with ACA, Cheer Canada and International Cheer Union (ICU) standards.

Working closely with the Executive Director, the Coach Coordinator will support the development of Alberta's coaching community through effective program administration, communication, education and ongoing professional development.

Expected Outcomes The Coach Coordinator will contribute to:

- Consistent, accessible and well-administered coach education and certification programs across Alberta.
- Increased coach participation in certification, recertification and professional development opportunities.
- Effective administration and continued growth of the ACA Coach-in-Training Program.
- Accurate and up-to-date coach certification records and compliance reporting.
- Strong relationships with coaches, clubs, related Sport governing bodies and other sport stakeholders.
- Improved communication, resources and support for Alberta's coaching community.
- Effective financial management and ongoing development of the ACA coaching department.

Qualifications The successful candidate will demonstrate:

- Experience in cheerleading, with a strong understanding of Alberta's scholastic and All-Star cheerleading systems.
- Knowledge of coach education, certification and development programs, including NCCP and/or cheerleading-specific certification pathways.
- Experience coordinating training programs, educational initiatives, certifications or professional development opportunities.
- Strong organizational, administrative and project coordination skills,



with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with coaches, volunteers, committees and sport organizations.
- Experience maintaining databases, managing registrations and preparing reports.
- Basic financial administration and budgeting experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace and online communication and registration platforms.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining effective communication and collaboration with the ACA team.
- Current ACA membership and a clear criminal record check in accordance with ACA screening policies.

Working Relationship

- This position is a part-time employee position with the Alberta Cheerleading Association, averaging 20 hours per week.
- The Coach Coordinator reports directly to the ACA Executive Director and works collaboratively with ACA staff, governing bodies and external sport organizations.
- This is a remote position. Travel is not a requirement of the role. Occasional attendance at ACA meetings, events or activities may be requested as agreed upon with the Executive Director.
- The position requires flexibility in scheduling including potential evenings and weekends to accommodate seasonal demands, certification timelines, coach education programming and key ACA events. Hours may fluctuate throughout the year while maintaining an average of 20 hours per week.
- The Coach Coordinator is responsible for managing the day-to-day priorities of the coaching department within established ACA policies, budgets and strategic direction.
- The terms and conditions of employment, including compensation, hours of work and applicable benefits, will be outlined in a formal employment agreement.

Interested in the role but don’t hold 100% of the qualifications?

- Studies show that those without 100% qualifications are less likely to apply, particularly women and diverse populations. We encourage anyone interested in the role to apply, even if they don’t meet all the qualifications.

📌 Coach Coordinator (Canada)
🏢 Alberta Cheerleading Association
📍 Canada