What are the responsibilities and job description for the Competitive Team Coach (Monroeville, PA) position at Gymkhana Gymnastics?
The mission of Gymkhana Gymnastics is to foster the physical, emotional and social development of children through unparalleled gymnastics instruction – and our staff make that happen!
For over 45 years, Gymkhana has been Pittsburgh’s premier gymnastics school and we continue to grow.
Job Purpose:
A Competitive Team Coach will lead and work collaboratively with other coaches, administrators, and the leadership team to provide a competitive gymnastics program of high-quality, with intense focus on safety and positivity.
Essential Duties:
- Coach practice and meets for all USAG levels 3-10 and XCel (priorities on level 8-10)
- Work evenings Monday-Friday, and Saturdays
- Communicate clearly with parents
- Performs other duties as required and assigned.
- Thorough knowledge of USAG routine requirements and code of points
- Comfortable spotting high level skills
- Collaborative nature, a team player
- Positive attitude and coaching philosophy
Experience/ Education Requirements:
- At least 3 years of experience coaching gymnasts at or above level 8
- Active USAG certification at the Competitive Coach level
Working Conditions/ Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to:
- Demonstrate intense work ethic and the willingness to work additional hours as needed
- Travel for up to 7-12 meets annually
- Perform heavy work – capable of spotting gymnasts and working with equipment up to 150 pounds
- See, hear, talk and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity and visual acuity; kneel, sit, stand, walk, crouch, stoop, reach, pull, push and other similar, repetitive tasks requiring physical activity
- Able to operate standard office/computer equipment
The impact Gymkhana Gymnastics has on children reaches well beyond the scope of gymnastics. Gymkhana helps kids increase confidence, awareness, concentration, and the ability to persevere. Care and commitment to our students and their safety is the most vital requirement for prospective staff because these traits cannot be taught. If you are passionate about helping kids, please consider filling out the application.
To learn more about Gymkhana Gymnastics and our programs, please visit our website at www.gymkhanafun.com