Coaching and Boarding Intern
Temporary part-time, from September 8, 2026 to June 28, 2027
One of our core values at St. Michaels University School is respect. With this in mind, we acknowledge that our school rests in the heart of Straits Salish territory, a living culture with its own rites, ceremonies, and unfolding history. We honour the Esquimalt, Songhees, and WSÁNEĆ peoples – whose homelands we share and whom we recognize as our neighbours.
Position Summary:
We are inviting applications from those interested in an Intern position working in Coaching and Boarding. Under the direction of the Athletic Director, they will coach three terms of sport that will include practice planning, tournament coaching and managing communication. There will be boarding responsibilities as identified by the Director of Boarding and Student Life. In this capacity, they will participate in the boarding community, build rapport with students, and support staff in creating a caring, nurturing environment.
The coaching assignment may vary from term to term, depending on the department's needs.
Work Schedule:
Coaching Schedule: Primarily afternoons and evenings on weekdays (between 3:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.), with weekend hours scheduled as needed for tournaments. Some Friday, Saturday, and overnight tournament shifts are expected throughout the year.
Boarding Schedule: Will accommodate the coaching schedule and will include, morning, later evening and/or weekend duties.
Responsibilities include:
- Prepare a training schedule appropriate for the age/stage and competition level of a specific team.
- Plan practices that include individual and team skills and tactics.
- Supervise boarding students at scheduled times in the Boarding House, on campus and during organized off-campus activities.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Work cooperatively as part of a coaching and boarding team.
- Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, including athletes, students, parents, and colleagues.
- Share a passion for supporting students to grow as learners, athletes, and citizens in our community.
- Minimum of High School diploma; working toward a degree in education would be an asset.
- Experience working with youth in educational or camp-like environments.
- Coaching experience in an educational or club setting (experience in Basketball, Volleyball, Rugby, and Soccer is an asset).
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to guide and support high school students.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and adapt to evolving educational needs.
- Will be required to complete First Aid CPR level C.
Compensation:
Includes the following:
- Meals in the dining hall during the duration of the contract term. Meals are a taxable benefit.
- Housing in shared accommodation. Accommodation is a taxable benefit.
You will be required to work a total of 500 hours over the term of your contract.
If you are licensed to teach in British Columbia, you may be added to the Teacher on Call (TOC) list. Any hours worked as a TOC would be compensated based on your placement on the Faculty Grid. These hours would not be counted towards the 500 hours required as an intern.
Criminal Record Check:
Must pass and maintain a clear Solicitor General criminal record check for the purpose of working with children.
Application Details:
Please apply with a cover letter and resume by 2:00 pm on Monday, August 24, 2026.
About St. Michaels University School:
Located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, St. Michaels University School (SMUS) is a Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 day and boarding school with a global reputation for academic excellence.
Our students from over 30 countries all over the world have opportunities in academics, athletics, arts, leadership, service and outdoor education, and are inspired by an extraordinary staff committed to character growth and preparing students for what lies ahead in life. The school’s Mission shapes these endeavours: Our school seeks the excellence in all of us, with passion and compassion. We are a community shaped by the pursuit of truth and goodness, providing outstanding preparation for life.
At St. Michaels University School, we seek to employ and empower individuals who wish to forge impactful relationships and careers that place our students at the centre. We firmly believe that expanding our diversity while adjusting our practice will lead to becoming the community we envision – a place where staff and students share a sense that they fully belong.
Work Location: In person
