Gymnastics Team Coach

SUMMARY: Responsible for program development in gymnastics, including planning and coaching. Assists in managing and directing the gymnastics program under direct supervision of the Gymnastics Manager. Responsible for preparing the competitive team for competition. Teaches with a focus on safety and technique. This is a PT 1-IMRF position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in managing and directing the gymnastics program.

• Assists with all aspects of the recreational program including planning and teaching.

• Assists with managing and developing various recreational, intermediate and advanced groups.

• Assists with daily instruction and spotting of classes and team members on all apparatus.

• Provides leadership for the gymnastics team, establishes coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop athletes’ skills and teamwork, analyzes team performance and adjusts strategies as needed.

• Demonstrates the ability to develop high quality skills and proper techniques using positive coaching methods.

• Works cooperatively with other employees.

• Exemplifies professional communication and values frequent and open communication.

• Develops positive relationships with parents and participants and provides motivational support and guidance.

• Maintains accurate attendance records for classes and team members.

• Organizes and maintains accurate inventory of gymnastics equipment and uniforms.

• Takes initiative and uses good judgement in responding to situations that arise.

• Lifts & moves equipment and spots participants.

• Organizes and puts away class equipment before and after workout; reports damaged equipment.

• Participate in staff meetings, training, and events as necessary.

• Actively uphold and contribute to the Wilmette Park District Comprehensive and Strategic Plan, including the Guiding Principles and Strategic Priorities.

• Actively contribute to the Park District's sustainability goals.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Attend competitions, conferences and other professional development opportunities.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively support the safety program that will effectively control and reduce accidents.

• Obey the safety rules, regulations and procedures established by the Wilmette Park District safety program that is pertinent to the activities conducted by the department.

• Become familiar with and follow safety procedures of the Wilmette Park District including, but not limited to fire, severe weather and evacuation procedures.

• Promptly report all unsafe actions, practices or conditions observed to immediate supervisor, or Human Resources/Risk Management division.

• Attend and participate in required safety training.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher. (Or equivalent experience in the field.)

• Five years of experience as a recreational coach.

• Three years of developmental level or Xcel gymnastics team coaching experience in a USA Gymnastics Member club setting.

• Knowledge of compulsory routines and Xcel skills and requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

• The employee is required to stand and walk around uneven surface and obstacles.

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• The employee must maintain close supervision of children when assisting in programs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Follows directives and is responsible for assigned tasks.

• Spots, coaches and teaching highly talented student athletes.

• Adheres to all policies, rules and regulations.

• Handles multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed.

• Organizes work effectively, conceptualizes and prioritizes objectives, and exercises independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.

• Provides administrative guidance within area of responsibility and directs training and supervision as needed.

HOURS:

• Minimum 25 hours per week, maximum 1,560 hours per year

• Weekday, weeknight and weekend hours

• Late afternoon hours until 9pm, or later, if needed

• Hours to be approved by Gymnastics Manager

Salary : $25 - $35