Distance Coach

Westfield Area YMCA•Westfield, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for part-time Distance Coach to join our team for the Fall Season (September 4th-October 26th). Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Oak Ridge Park in Clark, NJ. The Westfield Area YMCA Flyers Track Club is a USATF certified club led by experienced staff! The program serves nearly 700 athletes each year ages 7-15. The program offers year-round training options for athletes of all ability levels - from first time participants to national champions. Coaches with personal and/or coaching experience in distance/cross country. As a Track & Field Instructor you will be responsible to organize, supervise and instruct athletes in a way that will enable participants to learn the basic sport specific skills that apply the philosophy and goals of YMCA character development. Deliver curriculum for different skill levels. Coach, supervise and operate a quality team by demonstrating strong YMCA values, mission-based foundation and member service. Communicate in advance any scheduling conflicts. Communicate with supervisor on a regular basis regarding the programs. Attend staff meetings. Provide and maintain a safe program environment at all times. Be responsible for the safety of all participants. Is aware and will follow proper emergency procedures at all times. Demonstrate a mature, professional attitude in the workplace. React appropriately to all emergencies. Uphold Risk Management Standards at all times. Perform other duties and assignments as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Possess, maintain and renew CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, which includes EPI and Asthma certifications.
Have knowledge of Track & Field programs and specific sport skills
Have good communication skills that enable them to interact with children and parents.
Have good organizational skills.
Be able to lift heavy equipment and be able to conduct rigorous practices.
Demonstrate the ability to lead and make decisions during extenuating circumstances regarding safety, security and emergency situations to protect the interests of our members, staff and gym facilities.
Present themselves as a leader at all times.
Possess an outgoing and enthusiastic attitude, which will enable them to deal with staff and members appropriately.

Nice To Haves

Coaches with personal and/or coaching experience in distance/cross country.

Responsibilities

Organize, supervise and instruct athletes in a way that will enable participants to learn the basic sport specific skills that apply the philosophy and goals of YMCA character development.
Deliver curriculum for different skill levels.
Coach, supervise and operate a quality team by demonstrating strong YMCA values, mission-based foundation and member service.
Communicate in advance any scheduling conflicts.
Communicate with supervisor on a regular basis regarding the programs.
Attend staff meetings.
Provide and maintain a safe program environment at all times.
Be responsible for the safety of all participants.
Is aware and will follow proper emergency procedures at all times.
Demonstrate a mature, professional attitude in the workplace.
React appropriately to all emergencies.
Uphold Risk Management Standards at all times.
Perform other duties and assignments as deemed necessary by the supervisor.