Copy of Competitive Gymnastics Team Head Coach

American Kids Sports Center; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Aflac

State of the art equipment

Competitive pay

Job summary

American Kids Sports Center in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Competitive Gymnastics Team Head Coach to lead our competitive program. You will design training, run practices, mentor athletes, coordinate with staff, and oversee local, regional, and national competitions while ensuring safety and strong sportsmanship.

USAG certification preferred; 3+ years head coach experience; competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years as a Gymnastics Team Head Coach within a highly regarded program.
• Strong knowledge of gymnastics techniques, skills, and routines across various levels.
• Proven track record of developing athletes and achieving competitive success.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with athletes, parents, and staff.
• Ability to create a positive and motivating training environment that fosters teamwork, discipline, and respect.
• Up-to-date knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in gymnastics coaching.
• USAG certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the competitive gymnastics teams, fostering a positive and inclusive team culture.
• Design and implement training programs that align with individual athlete needs and team objectives.
• Conduct regular team practices, focusing on skill development, technique refinement, and routine preparation.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, encouraging their growth and progress.
• Collaborate with assistant coaches and other staff members to ensure a coordinated approach to training and competition.
• Coordinate and oversee team participation in local, regional, and national gymnastics competitions.
• Communicate effectively with parents, keeping them informed about team activities, progress, and performance expectations.
• Uphold the highest standards of safety, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
• Describe the specific responsibilities and job functions of the role

Skills

Gymnastics coaching

Team leadership

Athlete development

Communication

Safety protocols

Education

USAG certification

Job description

Copy of Competitive Gymnastics Team Head Coach

About American Kids Sports Center

Founded in 1984 as American Academy of Gymnastics, American Kids Sports Center (AKSC) has grown into one of California's most unique and successful kids sports center. Under the direction of owners Mike & Sheri Williams, AKSC has established an organization that sees its purpose as helping children to learn strong VALUES with which they will set worthy GOALS and for which we must train them in the SKILLS needed to achieve those goals. Sport training is the tool we use to achieve that purpose.

About the role

• Are you passionate about gymnastics and dedicated to empowering young athletes to reach their full potential? American Kids Sports Center, located in Bakersfield, California, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Competitive Team Head Coach to join our dynamic team. As a leading sports center in the region, we are committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment for children to develop their skills, build confidence, and achieve their athletic goals.

What you'll do

• Lead and supervise the competitive gymnastics teams, fostering a positive and inclusive team culture.


• Design and implement training programs that align with individual athlete needs and team objectives.


• Conduct regular team practices, focusing on skill development, technique refinement, and routine preparation.


• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, encouraging their growth and progress.


• Collaborate with assistant coaches and other staff members to ensure a coordinated approach to training and competition.


• Coordinate and oversee team participation in local, regional, and national gymnastics competitions.


• Communicate effectively with parents, keeping them informed about team activities, progress, and performance expectations.


• Uphold the highest standards of safety, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.


• Describe the specific responsibilities and job functions of the role

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years as a Gymnastics Team Head Coach within a highly regarded program.


• Strong knowledge of gymnastics techniques, skills, and routines across various levels.


• Proven track record of developing athletes and achieving competitive success.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with athletes, parents, and staff.


• Ability to create a positive and motivating training environment that fosters teamwork, discipline, and respect.


• Up-to-date knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in gymnastics coaching.


• USAG certification is required.


• 401(k)


• Paid Time Off


• Aflac


• State of the art equipment


• Competitive pay

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.