Gymnastics Coach

Kettle Moraine Y M C A Inc; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Y Membership

Program Discounts including Child Care

Day Camp

Job summary

Kettle Moraine YMCA West Bend is seeking a part-time Gymnastics Coach to instruct participants, oversee safety, and adapt progression to each participant's needs. The role emphasizes proper technique, safety, and positive engagement with members and families.

Hours are Monday to Friday evenings (4:00–8:00 p.m.). Location is West Bend, WI. Eligible for YMCA benefit programs including a free membership and program discounts. Prior coaching experience in gymnastics is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Knowledge of gymnastics competitions, teaching techniques, and evaluating participant performance.
• Ability to instruct, coach and spot gymnasts, including upper-level gymnasts.
• Ability to interact with kids at their cognitive level.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Coaches and instructs students, individually or in groups, regarding rules and equipment.
• Observes students during practice to assess needs and progress.
• Maintains professionalism while supervising students and coaches.
• Participates in daily warm-ups.
• Teaches skills in progression based on participant levels.
• Applies spotting techniques.
• Enforces safety procedures at all times.
• Manages class flow and communicates with instructors and parents.
• Works cooperatively with staff to serve members and communities.
• Follows Code of Conduct and Child Abuse Prevention policies.

Skills

Gymnastics coaching

Instruction

Spotting gymnasts

Kids interaction

Evenings & weekends

Job description

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Part Time West Bend, WI, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1473

Salary Range: $15.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Status : under 29 hours/week

Location : West Washington (1111 West Washington Street West Bend, WI 53095)

Wage : $15-$20/hour

Benefit Package Including : Free Y Membership; Program Discounts including Child Care, School Age Care, and Day Camp

Hours: Monday-Friday between 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Gymnastics Head Coach the Gymnastics Coach is responsible for instructing participants, overseeing safety and understanding the importance of progression, safety and the individual needs to each participant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coaches and instructs students, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, and proper use of equipment
• Observes students during practice and competition to help determine the needs for the individual or team improvement.
• Establishes and maintains professionalism while supervising students and coaches during practice and meets.
• Participates in daily warm-ups.
• Teach skills in progression and based on each participant’s skill level.
• Practical application of basic spotting techniques.
• Enforces the utmost safety procedures at all times.
• Practices time management skills and communicates with instructors to promote the organizational flow of classes.
• Communicates, listens and responds in a professional manner with participants and their parents.
• Ability to work in a cooperative manner with other staff.
• Builds and maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, volunteers, other staff, and the communities we serve.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct and policies within the Child Abuse Prevention handbook.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Practical understanding and comprehensive knowledge of gymnastics competitions, teaching techniques, and evaluation participant performance.
• Must be able to instruct, coach and spot gymnasts, including upper-level gymnasts.
• Ability to interact with kids at their cognitive level.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Must be able to stand for long amounts of time.

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