Youth Team Coach - Plano

Movement Gyms • Plano, TX

5d • $14 - $15

About The Position

The Youth Team Coach is part of a team responsible for delivering practice content to youth climbing teams and crafting experiences for athletes at all levels of Youth Team. Coaches partner with Team Coach Supervisors and/or the Manager to plan and execute programming that creates transformative experiences for youth athletes and teaches life skills through climbing.

This is a part-time, non-exempt position averaging 8 hours per week. Coaches must maintain availability for at least three shifts per week and occasional Sundays for mandatory staff meetings. Starting pay is $14.05–$15.25 per hour, depending on experience. Applicants are asked to submit an application and cover letter by 11/20/2026.

Requirements

• Embody Movement’s core values and the desired culture of its youth team.
• Passion for working with youth and developing youth climbing athletes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with athletes, coaches, parents, and gym leadership.
• Knowledge and experience in climbing instruction commensurate with the team level being coached.
• Availability to work at least three shifts per week, including occasional Sundays for mandatory staff meetings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor athletes’ physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing, support transformative experiences, and ensure team activities promote Movement’s core values and a sense of belonging.
• Work with Team Leadership to follow the season schedule and deliver daily instruction, including competitions, events, and training plans.
• When appropriately trained and approved, teach bouldering risk management skills.
• Provide input on or write lesson plans that support program goals, participant growth, and connection to the community.
• Coach practices and competitions as needed based on athlete attendance.
• Supervise youth climbers who are bouldering and belaying.
• Assist with administrative duties, including monitoring team rosters, tracking belay training, organizing practice notes, and communicating with parents.
• Communicate issues or concerns to coaching staff and management in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the Team Coach Supervisor to facilitate mentorship opportunities and personal development for the team level.

Benefits

• Paid sick time; paid leave for eligible Illinois team members.
• Eligible for premium holiday pay rates for hours worked on company-designated holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan available to eligible team members.
• Complimentary gym membership, guest passes, discounted courses, and retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed