Competitive Gymnastics Coach (WAG)

EVELYN RUBENSTEIN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF HOUSTON TEXAS•Houston, TX

37d•Onsite

About The Position

The Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center of Houston (ERJCC) is seeking a highly qualified and energetic Women's Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) coach for its Development Program. This role will primarily focus on beam and floor for athletes from Level 2 through Level 10. The coach will be responsible for athlete development, routine construction, teaching compulsory routines on Beam and Floor for levels 2-5, and developing competitive performance while fostering a positive and healthy culture. The position requires a blend of strong technical coaching, spotting ability, choreography skills, and managing meet registration and USAG meet entry processes.

Requirements

Minimum of a HS diploma or equivalent.
5 years coaching experience with Level 10s and proven experience developing gymnasts over multiple seasons.
Proficiency using MS Suite such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. and internet browsers.
Excellent problem solving/judgment skills, and high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure.
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet all deadlines.
Knowledge and experience in the USAG Development Program rules.
Compliance with USAG Safe Sport requirements and current standing with USAG Professional Memberships, including CPR/First Aid certifications.
Choreography skills for floor and beam.
Ability to lift and move up to 50lbs.
Ability to work in a physically active, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Communicates clearly with athletes, parents, coaches, supervisors, and medical staff.
Create training plans for all levels.
Manage administrative tasks for competitive team, including the USAG Meet Reservation system and meet entries within the deadlines.
Teach/Demonstrate compulsory floor and beam routines to all compulsory levels 2-5.
Design and create choreography along with routine construction for all optional levels 6-10.
Design routines progressively and in coordination with overall training goals.
Spot and assist gymnasts performing level 10 skills on beam and floor.
Support gymnasts through the NCAA recruiting process.
Help train and supervise incoming instructors to the program’s continued development and success.
Demonstrates patience and positivity while working effectively with children of diverse ages, backgrounds and experience levels.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with gymnasts of all ages and levels, parents, coaching staff, supervisors, and recreational coaching staff.
Attend program staff meetings.
Participate in agency-wide in-service training programs and requirements.