Coach, Head

Boston Bouldering Project, LLC•Somerville, MA

just now•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Coach plays a key leadership role in Bouldering Project’s youth competitive climbing program. They are responsible for implementing the climbing and training curriculum, developing individual athlete plans, managing a coaching team, and helping athletes reach their full potential in a safe, inclusive, and motivating environment.

Requirements

1+ year experience coaching youth athletes in a climbing or athletic program
Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and individualized athlete training
Strong communication skills and comfort interacting with youth, families, and staff
Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)

Nice To Haves

Experience coaching at the regional, national, or international level
Understanding of high-performance climbing or athletic programming
Experience managing staff or leading peer teams

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Youth Programs Manager, coaches, and Head Setters to implement training curriculum for both competitive and non-competitive seasons
Coach and supervise youth climbers during practices, competitions, and events
Develop and deliver personalized coaching plans for individual athletes
Participate in and support regional, national, and international competitions, including travel as needed
Communicate consistently with athletes, families, and internal stakeholders about athlete development, scheduling, and safety
Manage coaching staff schedules and support the professional growth of the team
Promote and model BP values, safety standards, and inclusive coaching practices
Respond appropriately to incidents or injuries using BP’s Safety Manual and protocol, including completing required documentation
Support onboarding, safety orientations, and facility rule adherence for youth team members and families