Gymnastics Coach

Status : under 29 hours/week Location : Feith Family YMCA (465 Northwoods Rd. Port Washington, WI 53074) Wage : $15/hour Benefit Package Including : Free Y Membership; Program Discounts including Child Care, School Age Care, and Day Camp Hours: Thursday evenings from 4-7pm POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Recreation Director the Gymnastics Coach is responsible for instructing participants, overseeing safety and understanding the importance of progression, safety and the individual needs to each participant. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Coaches and instructs students, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, and proper use of equipment Observes students during practice and competition to help determine the needs for the individual or team improvement. Establishes and maintains professionalism while supervising students and coaches during practice and meets. Participates in daily warm-ups. Teach skills in progression and based on each participant’s skill level. Practical application of basic spotting techniques. Enforces the utmost safety procedures at all times. Practices time management skills and communicates with instructors to promote the organizational flow of classes. Communicates, listens and responds in a professional manner with participants and their parents. Ability to work in a cooperative manner with other staff. Builds and maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, volunteers, other staff, and the communities we serve . Adhere to the Code of Conduct and policies within the Child Abuse Prevention handbook. Perform other duties as assigned. COMPETENCIES (Leader): Mission Advancement : Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness : Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth : Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations…