POSITION SUMMARY
Tampa YMCA Pre Team Gymnastics Coaches work with children ages 4-17 that are interested in training for the competitive levels of USA Gymnastics. Coaches will ensure team practices are run safely, consistently, efficiently, and effectively. Coaches will work with gymnasts, hands-on, and ensure that team gymnasts advance at appropriate levels and are trained to prepare for competitions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Works closely with the Gymnastics Director, and other coaches, to attain the best results for the team and individuals.
- Assists in identifying participants in recreational program to transition to competitive team.
- Develops weekly lesson plans to assist in program development and individual progression of skills.
- Instructs participants in USAG compulsory routines on Floor Exercise, Balance Beam, Uneven Bars, Vault.
- Observes participants and communicates ways to improve techniques learned.
- Communicates effectively with youth of varying ages.
- Travels and attends weekend competitions with the team gymnasts.
- Explains and enforces safety rules and regulations and the use of gymnastics equipment.
- Routinely inspects equipment to ensure it is in good working condition before and after use.
- Reports immediately any damages, equipment failures or potential safety concerns to director supervisor.
- Returns equipment to proper place after use.
- Completes all necessary paperwork and record keeping (i.e. skill sheets, attendance, and progress reports.)
- Ensures safety protocols at all times, reporting accidents or incidents immediately.
- Establishes and maintains a professional image and rapport with parents, members and students.
- Follows YMCA policies and procedures regarding the safety, health and welfare of members, program participants, guests and staff; responds to emergency situations in accordance to facility policies and certification requirements.
- Attends and actively participates in all trainings, staff meetings/in-services as assigned.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Education/ Experience Required:
- 1 Year experience working or participating in gymnastics.
- Knowledge of all four USAG compulsory routines on Floor Exercise, Balance Beam, Uneven Bars, Vault.
- This position requires availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Certifications/Trainings Required:
- Must obtain within 30 days of employment and then maintain current certifications in CPR and First Aid.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND 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 includes, but not limited to:
- The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and authorized work phone/smart device.
- Ability to instruct and observe participants during program activities.
- The employee frequently is required to see, observe, and hear all participants, and make sound judgments and decisions.
- Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including, but not limited to, leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
- Ability to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
- Hear noises and distress signals in the program environment, including in the classroom and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
- Must have flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
- Ability to lift and move a minimum of 30 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to work in a variety of environments, specifically those subject to extreme humidity/dampness, heat and cold.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
- This position requires reliable transportation and willing to travel, if needed.
- This position may require availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Part Time Benefits Summary:
- Free Individual YMCA Membership and discount on family membership
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through BayCare Behavioral Services (phone and online)
- Start a 403 (b) smart savings account through YMCA Benefits on day one of employment (optional)
- Tickets at Work is the leading Corporate Entertainment Benefits provider, offering exclusive discounts, special offers and access to preferred seating and tickets to top attractions, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, hotels and much more.
- 20% off program fees (swim lessons, youth sports, summer camp and more)
- 30% off personal training
Association Summary:
The Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA is a top-rated '4-star' Charity Navigator and Guidestar 'Gold' rated non-profit charitable organization for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Join a cause-driven association focused on empowering every individual in our community to reach their healthiest and most fulfilled life. Learn more about the Tampa YMCA at www.tampaymca.org.
- 14 Family Center Ys, 65-acre outdoor adventure camp, Community Learning Center, two program centers, 27 afterschool sites, 18 Early Head Start sites
- Largest youth development and health & wellness provider in the region
- 300,000+ community members served
- 1,600+ staff members
- 1000+ volunteers
- $50MM in revenue
- An independent 501(c) 3, locally-governed and managed
Located in sunny Florida, the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA offers an ideal location with beautiful weather affording a desirable setting for an active outdoor lifestyle year-round, is close to many beaches and theme parks and Florida is one of very few states that has no state income tax.
The Tampa Y is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.