Work at ADLER

Position title: Professional Coaching Facilitator (ICF Qualified – Contract Position)

Location: 890 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario

Status: Contract

Reports to: CEO

About the organization

Adler Graduate Professional School Inc. (“ADLER” and the “School”) traces its lineage back to 1978 and was the first to offer graduate-level professional psychology degrees in Ontario. We were founded on the desire to offer academic programs and degrees that prepare students for professions in mental health and well-being. Unique among private educational institutions, ADLER offers the following Master of Psychology (MPsy) and Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degrees:

  • Clinical and Counselling Psychology (MPsy-PSY), since 2011
  • Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (PsyD), since 2022, and 
  • Psychotherapy and Clinical Counselling (MPsy-PTH), since 2024.

Our ICF-accredited coach programs have trained thousands of learners across the globe with in-house deliveries and private coach trainings that address both the art and science of the coaching practitioner.

We apply a hands-on approach in all our courses and programs. To this end, ADLER instructors are practitioners who bring their professional experience into the classroom. Our goal is to help students secure suitable employment and assist them in developing further in positions they hold.

About the position

Our dynamic organization is seeking a knowledgeable and engaging Facilitator for our coach education program. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality, interactive learning experiences that equip aspiring coaches with the skills and credentials necessary to excel in today’s professional coaching landscape.

As a Professional Coaching Facilitator, you will be responsible for delivering and facilitating coach training classes, following approved curriculum guidelines that are aligned with International Coaching Federation (ICF) standards. This contract position involves guiding participants through foundational coaching competencies, ethical considerations, and practical application exercises to support their development as professional coaches. Crucially, you will share the founder’s passion for the Adlerian values of mutual respect and collaboration.

What we offer

  • Contract-based position with flexible scheduling and potential for ongoing engagements
  • Compensation commensurate with experience and program scope
  • Opportunity to impact next generation of coaches in professional, supportive, forward-thinking environment

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Facilitate live, interactive learning sessions (virtual or in-person) for aspiring coaches
  • Deliver content that covers core competencies, ethical guidelines, and best practices
  • Engage learners through discussions, role-plays, and reflective exercises
  • Provide constructive feedback to help participants improve coaching skills
  • Collaborate with program administrators on scheduling, materials, and course enhancements

Qualifications and Skills

  • Current ICF certification (ACC, PCC, or MCC)
  • Demonstrated experience delivering coach training or educational programs
  • Strong facilitation and communication skills
  • Familiarity with adult learning principles and various instructional methods
  • Ability to adapt teaching approaches to accommodate diverse learning styles

How to apply: if you are interested in working for an organization that supports the success of practitioners in mental health and human services, please send your résumé, a brief cover letter detailing relevant facilitation and coaching experience, and two professional references to hr@adler.ca. We look forward to hearing how your expertise can enhance our coach education program.