Recreational Gymnastics Coach

Vision Gymnastics

Recreational Gymnastics Coach

Hoover, AL
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Company parties

    Training & development

    Step into a rewarding coaching journey with our Recreational and Preschool Gymnastics Coaching Program where passion meets purpose.

    This program is designed for those who love working with children and value the beauty of gymnastics. You’ll learn the core skills needed to confidently coach foundational levels, using our detailed weekly lesson plans to teach, motivate, and keep classes safe and positive. Gain hands-on experience in spotting and safely assisting athletes on different apparatus while creating a supportive, encouraging environment. You’ll also receive in-depth training on Vision Gymnastics’ safety and behavioral procedures to help you maintain a well-structured, thriving class.

    Join us to strengthen your coaching skills, inspire young gymnasts, and make a lasting impact on their gymnastics journey.

    Responsibilities

    Teach written weekly lesson plans

    Arrive 30 minutes before scheduled class time

    Attend daily PowWow’s

    Carry a positive attitude

    Wear appropriate coaching uniform

    Practice appropriate coach body language (no sitting, no talking to other coaches while actively coaching, no backs turned to kids)

    Coaches will teach skills and abilities at each apparatus, following the standard Vision Gymnastics Lesson Plan

    Observe athletes and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement

    Provide training direction, encouragement, motivation, and advice to assist athletes in reaching their goals

    Coaches must ensure controlled class management

    Spend equal time with all athletes, apply appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary, and practice positive reinforcement.

    Requirements

    A genuine passion for working with children, patience in teaching methods, and a love for gymnastics are essential qualities for coaches.

    Coaches must have the ability to stand for a period dictated by the duration of their assigned shift

    Coaches will be required to set up and tear down stations for each class

    Coaches must inhabit the ability to follow and set up stations and events following the provided lesson plans and provided pictures

    Coaches must have the ability to lead and supervise classes of all different age groups

    Coaches must have the ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions

    Coaches must have the ability to have personable communication with parents, staff, and athletes daily.

    The ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, and clients

    Coaches must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and up;

    this job includes physical activity including but not limited to, spotting, moving mats, adjusting equipment— pulling, lifting, crouching, balancing, and climbing.

    Coaches will be required to set up a safe gym environment: including but not limited to

    Adhering to safe practices for all equipment

    Ensuring safe technique is being used while spotting

    Reviewing gym and facility safety protocol with new athletes

    Adapting equipment for the age, ability, and size of athletes

    Being familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures