Head of Athletes - Not specified, Canada - SIRC

Description

The employer is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status or disability.

The employer welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Summary:

Classroom Champions provides powerful Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programming to K-8 students through the mindset and journey of world-class athlete mentors. Classroom Champions is a rapidly growing nonprofit organization seeking passionate and mission-driven people to join our exceptional team of educators, athletes and nonprofit leaders.

We're seeking a self motivated individual who will continue to implement the momentum and vision for the rapidly growing athlete mentor cohort. As the interim Head of Athletes, you will be at the forefront of our mission, leading the charge to recruit the best positive role models from the athlete world who want to make a difference outside of their sport. You will continue to hold and create large-scale partnerships with NGBs, SFs, teams, sponsors, leagues and stakeholders. With an athlete-first mentality you will be a sounding board across departments, helping match the right mentors with the most impactful and fulfilling projects. In this role, you will continue to create opportunities for the team of volunteer Athlete Mentors to engage in professional and personal growth. You will have the opportunity to continue your legacy in sport, making your mark on the next generation by making sport more than just athletics, but a mindset that will help kids thrive in the classroom and beyond. This fully remote, full-time contracted position, will run from April 15, 2024 to November 15, 2024

Responsibilities:

Manage and grow the Classroom Champions Athlete Mentor Program while overseeing the execution of day-to-day activities of the Athlete Mentor Manager

Lead the Classroom Champions Athlete Mentor program strategy, including but not limited to:

Implementing the Athlete Mentor recruitment plan

Working with existing partnerships and connecting to new contacts via NGBs, NSO's, organizing committees, agencies, and other organizational partnerships to create diverse and powerful team of Athlete Mentors

Implementing projects within the Classroom Champions strategic plan

Work closely with the Director of Education and Strategy on looking across the internal organization to expand opportunities for the Athlete Mentor program on special projects, partnerships, and initiatives that require Athlete Mentor involvement

Continue to cultivate relationships as it relates to Classroom Champions and the Athlete Mentor program

Qualifications

A strong desire to leverage sport and athletes as vehicles for social change

Elite athlete with Olympic, Paralympic, or NCAA/National experience preferable

Experience working with elite athletes highly preferable

Knowledge of K-8 education is a bonus

Familiarity with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Vimeo, Canva, and Google Suite

Enthusiasm for embracing new technological tools

Highly organized and self motivated

Eagerness to jump in and learn to solve problems as they arise

Collaborative, with the ability to work with a diverse and remote team

Additional Information:

Duration: 7 month contract (April 15-November 15)

Compensation: $7,000 CDN/month

Work Schedule: A flexible schedule is required with the ability to work between 8:30-5:00pm local time Monday and Friday

Remote Work: this is a fully remote role

Legally permitted to work in Canada or USA

Are you ready to join a great team committed to working together for the children and families in our community? Apply Today. Be a part of our future

We apologize, but candidates not selected for the next steps or interviews will not be contacted.

Classroom Champions is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Upon request, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. We are committed to employment equity and support building a skilled and diverse workforce.

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