Gymnastics Recreation Coach

JOB TITLE: Gymnastics Recreation Coach

Reports To: Gymnastics Coordinator

Post Closes:  Once Filled

FSLA Status:  Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

Martinsburg-Berkeley County Parks & Recreation is seeking energetic, passionate people who can share their love of this sport with our community youth.  

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

2 to 4 years of experience with the sport of gymnastics

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 16yrs or older
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be available weekends
• Can successfully complete a background check
• Must have true passion for this sport and willingness to learn

ESSENTIAL DUITES AND REPONSIBILITES include the following:

• Collaboration and Compliance
  • Work closely with children and parents to create a healthy learning environment
  • Following all the rules of the facility and enforcing those rules with patrons
  • Work closely with other coaches to have a positive work environment
• Equipment Set up and Monitoring
  • Setting up obstacles/stations for every shift
  • Adjusting equipment if needed for your class
• Knowledge, Skill Development, and Communication
  • Break down skills/complex movements into clear, manageable steps using age appropriate language
  • Understand athlete development using proper progressions
  • Creating a positive, respectful environment by building confidence, patience, and adaptability
• Recreation Coach Specific (Ages 6+)
  • Be flexible and adapt in a fast paced environment
  • Work with ages 6 to 18 using age appropriate feedback, language, and repour
  • Must be able to speak up and command the attention of an audience         
• Toddler Coach Specific (Ages 18m to 5yrs)
  • Communicate with parents effectively. You will have parents in your work space.
  • Have patience and an understanding of young childhood development.
  • Have a commanding presence to command attention from your classroom

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES, REQUIREMENTS, VISUAL ACUITY, AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working Conditions
  • Gymnastics facilities are indoors and climate controlled
• Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to be on your feet for 4 to 5 consecutive hours
  • Move mats and/or equipment weighing up to 50lbs
  • Hands on spotting for most of or your entire shift
  • Demonstrate stations if necessary

M-BC Parks & Recreation

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