Master Gymnastics Coach

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Job Description

Under the direction of the Gymnastics Director and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Master Gymnastics Coach, is responsible for instructing safe, effective and fun gymnastics practices, as well as, enhancing the quality and growth of the program and retention of the participants of the Gymnastics Team program.

Qualifications
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience with Gymnastics teams, two being in a coaching capacity.
  • USAG Membership and knowledge of applicable standards.
  • Basic safety trainings to be obtained upon hire and maintained as required:
  • CPR
  • First Aid
  • Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)
  • Child Abuse Prevention
  • Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to effectively work/interact with diverse populations.
  • Computer skills. Knowledge and skill working within Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to work in and resolve conflict situations/problem resolution

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

 

  • Ability to work irregular work hours, including evenings and weekends.
  • Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor), while maintaining alertness for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to stand, kneel, stoop, crouch and to provide sustained attention to students during class time.
  • Ability to “spot” gymnastics skills including the strength to lift and carry 75 lbs.
  • Ability to push or pull equipment weighing up to 75 lbs.
  • Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate in English.
  • Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
  • Ability to view/enter data for long periods of time.
Essential Functions
  • Lead and coordinate in the growth and development of the Competitive Team Program.
  • Design and prepare workouts that meet all the necessary components and safe guidelines in accordance with current accepted practices of exercise physiology and the USAG.
  • Be safety-conscious, maintain order and enforce rules during practices and meets to ensure gymnastics safety and respect.
  • Coordinate program evaluation process.
  • Lead practices, starting and ending promptly on time.
  • Create a positive learning environment through personal enthusiasm and building team spirit.
  • Keep accurate records of attendance and skills achieved by each gymnast.
  • Find substitute teacher(s) when needed and reporting substitution(s) to the appropriate Coordinator/Director.
  • Build relationships with participants, prospective participants, and their families.
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.