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Job Description

The Head Gymnastics Coach is r esponsible for teaching gymnastics , preparing gymnasts for competition, and progressing gymnasts’ skills in a safe and positive manner while incorporating the YMCA’s Mission and Core Values. The YMCA of San Diego County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. We are committed to a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or older
• Must have 2 years of experience coaching competitive gymnastics and current USAG professional membership
• Must possess proven and excellent spotting skills in all areas of tumbling and apparatus
• The physical ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills
• Ability to adequately observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation
• CPR/AED, both Adult & Infant/Child, and First Aid Certification within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following certifying organizations:
  • American Red Cross
  • American Heart Association
  • American Safety & Health Institute

Essential Functions

• Conducts organized and safe daily workouts in preparation for competition
• Responsible for effective and positive communication with parents, staff and gymnasts, including leading regular meetings with parents and staff
• Responsible for teaching compulsory and optional routines
• Provide assistance to program director
• Maintain a safe environment at all times
• Understand and enforce safety regulations and apply appropriate policies and procedures
• Keep equipment in good condition
• Stay informed about the program specifics such as session dates, prices, classes, days and times
• Ensure all participants are registered and in the correct class
• Maintain accurate records of class attendance
• Distribute certificates of achievement and program evaluations
• Show enthusiasm, leadership, fairness, and fun through coaching style
• Attend training events and instructor clinics when made available
• Encourage positive social skills and appropriate behavior

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