Head Gymnastics Coach

Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Gymnastics Coach to lead our private Incline Village gymnastics club. This is a part-time position with general hours of 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursdays with some travel to gymnastics events and competitions. As Head Gymnastics Coach, you will play a pivotal role in guiding and inspiring young girls between age 7 to 15 to become outstanding gymnasts and achieve their full potential. Your expertise and enthusiasm will foster a positive learning environment where young girls and women can develop their gymnastics skills, build confidence, and cultivate a love for the sport.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive gymnastics training program, tailored to the age and varying skill levels for a diverse group of athletes.
• Conduct safe and engaging gymnastic classes, focusing on proper technique, skill progression, and injury prevention.
• Provide personalized instruction and constructive feedback to athletes to help them improve their skills and overcome challenges. Develop strategy plan and monitor progress.
• Instruct and effectively demonstrate gymnastic techniques and routines, ensuring athletes understand, execute them correctly, and safely.
• Supervise and support gymnasts during training sessions, competitions, and performances, promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, and mutual respect.
• Collaborate with key personnel and other coaches to develop and coordinate practice schedules, events, and competitions.
• Maintain a clean and organized gymnastics facility. This includes all equipment, inspection, maintenance, and all safety protocol adherence.
• High level of communication. Work with athletes and their parents/guardians, providing updates on progress, goals, and performance expectations.
• Stay informed about current gymnastics rules, techniques, and trends through continued education and professional development.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of coaching experience in women's gymnastics.
• HEADS UP Concussion Certification or obtain within a specified timeframe.
• Coaching Certification & Membership from USA Gymnastics or obtain within a specified timeframe.
• Extensive knowledge of gymnastics skills, techniques, training methodologies, with the ability to teach and demonstrate them effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to connect with athletes of all ages and create a positive learning environment.
• Strong leadership qualities, including patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate and inspire athletes to reach their goals.
• CPR and First Aid certification or obtain them within a specified timeframe.
• HIPAA Certification or obtain within a specified timeframe.
• Travel for competition meets is REQUIRED.
• Commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety, sportsmanship, and ethical conduct in coaching and training.

Join our team, work in beautiful Lake Tahoe, and help make a difference in the lives of young gymnasts.