Gymnastics Team Head Coach

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Gymnastics Team Head Coach provides leadership for the Edwardsville YMCA Competitive Gymnastics Team by planning and leading practices preparing athletes for competition mentoring assistant coaches and fostering a safe supportive and positive team culture. Working collaboratively with the Director of Gymnastics this position supports the continued growth and success of the competitive gymnastics program while promoting the YMCA mission core values and commitment to youth development.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At the Y we strengthen communities through youth development healthy living and social responsibility.

We are WELCOMING: We are open to all and create spaces where everyone belongs.

We are GENUINE: We value you and embrace your individuality.

We are HOPEFUL: We believe in your potential and support you in achieving your goals.

We are NURTURING: We foster meaningful relationships built on trust compassion and respect.

We are DETERMINED: Above all else we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead and implement coaching plans for Bronze and Above team practices and Partner with the Director of Gymnastics to establish the vision culture and competitive goals of the YMCA gymnastics team while serving as the technical leader of the competitive program.
• Plan organize and lead team practices that develop confident skilled athletes while fostering teamwork discipline sportsmanship and personal growth.
• Develop athletes through progressive instruction proper technique conditioning and safe skill progression appropriate to each athletes age and ability.
• Prepare athletes for competitions by developing routines evaluating readiness and providing leadership and coaching during meets.
• Supervise mentor and support assistant coaches by establishing consistent coaching standards providing technical instruction conducting regular feedback and promoting a positive athlete-centered coaching culture.
• Evaluate athlete progress and collaborate with the Director of Gymnastics regarding team placement advancement and long-term athlete development.
• Identify and encourage athletes with competitive potential while supporting evaluations placements and the continued growth of the YMCA competitive gymnastics program.
• Foster positive relationships with athletes and families to promote athlete development retention and an exceptional YMCA experience through professional communication and outstanding customer service.
• Ensure compliance with YMCA policies USA Gymnastics rules SafeSport requirements and all applicable safety standards.
• Maintain accurate attendance records athlete information competition registrations and other required documentation.
• Assist with team exhibitions camps clinics fundraising activities and special events that promote and strengthen the competitive gymnastics program.
• Inspect equipment and training areas regularly reporting maintenance or safety concerns promptly to ensure a safe environment for participants and staff.
• Attend staff meetings competitions professional development opportunities and required certification trainings.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

• Advancing Our Mission and Cause
• Building Relationships
• Leading Operations
• Developing and Inspiring People

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associates or bachelors degree in recreation kinesiology education sports management or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of competitive gymnastics coaching experience required.
• Previous experience coaching USA Gymnastics competitive athletes preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of USA Gymnastics rules gymnastics skill progressions spotting techniques and athlete safety.
• Demonstrated leadership communication organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Current USA Gymnastics Professional Membership and SafeSport certification required or ability to obtain prior to coaching.
• Current CPR/AED First Aid Child Abuse Prevention and all other YMCA-required certifications required or ability to obtain within established timeframes.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & 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 position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the required essential functions.

• Regularly stand walk bend kneel squat reach climb and move throughout the gymnastics facility.
• Frequently demonstrate gymnastics skills and provide physical spotting assistance to athletes.
• Frequently lift carry move and set up equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Possess the visual and auditory ability to supervise participants identify safety concerns and respond quickly in emergency situations.
• Work in an active environment with moderate to loud noise levels.
• Be available to work evenings weekends competitions and special events as needed.
• Maintain the physical stamina necessary to actively coach throughout practices competitions and special events.