Assistant Coach - Delano Competition Gymnastics Team (MAGA)

Assistant Coach for the Delano Competition Gymnastics Team (MAGA), reporting to the Tiger Youth Gymnastics Program Specialist and the Community Education Youth Recreation and Sports Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach with practice plans, training, spotting, and instructing gymnasts at practices and meets.
• Coach gymnasts on floor, beam, vault, and bars; supervise participants and help with routines.
• Attend all summer/school-year MAGA practices and weekend meets, including state meets.
• Help develop gymnasts to their full potential.
• Follow program curriculum, goals, and guidelines.
• Ensure all participants follow the Delano School District guidelines and code of conduct.
• Participate in coach training sessions.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Evidence of successful coaching experience in gymnastics, ability to teach fundamental gymnastics skills, and knowledge of spotting skills, or a desire to learn.
• Experience competing as a gymnast is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with others on the gymnastics coaching staff to meet the long-term needs of the gymnastics program.
• Willingness to continue education to stay up to date on best practices and rules to aid in the evolution of the program.
• Positive, enthusiastic, respectful attitude.
• Ability to relate well to children, teens, and parents.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Current CPR/AED, First Aid, and concussion training certifications or willingness to obtain promptly after being hired.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to provide own transportation to all practices and competitions.
• Able to lift 75 pounds and move equipment needed for the program.
• Ability to demonstrate and/or communicate complex skills/drills to athletes.

Skills

• Sound knowledge of various coaching techniques.
• Ability to motivate students.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills.

Pay

Page 8 of the Community Education Handbook; Grade 6, Step 1.