Gymnastics Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.  This position is responsible for general administration of the Riverfront Gymnastics Team as well as their Program Classes. This responsibility includes supervising gymnastics and child care staff, creating and/or supporting the implementation of appropriate lesson plan intervention, and maintaining site records, and additional programs responsibilities to ensure state licensure compliance and overall effective program management. Requires travel to and from branch locations for assigned duties, trainings, or meetings, or work programs in other areas as needed.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all - and core values – Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith - are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger.

The Akron Area YMCA stands with others in denouncing prejudice, racism, intolerance, and all other forms of discrimination.  We are committed to our mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. In the 150-year history of the Akron Area YMCA we have always and will continue to be dedicated to doing more, doing better, and thus becoming a champion of change in our community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Hire, train and supervise Gymnastics Team Coaches and Program Coaches.
2. Instruct and/or Coach Gymnastics classes, Pre-Team, and Team as needed.
3. Plan team and program practices, organize meet schedules and act as meet director for home competitions.
4. Active involvement with Gymnastics Parent Group (GPA) and attending at least 75% of their meetings.
5. Communicate with parents, gymnasts and league coaches effectively.
6. Review scores and evaluate current/future gymnasts for their respective level placement.
7. Responsible for program safety practices, equipment and safety with cleanliness of area of teaching station.
8. Responsible teaching methods of skills and progressions of the USA Gymnastics Junior Olympic program.
9. Responsible to report any accidents immediately and required to fill out incident report for any injuries.
10. Providing assistance to fellow coaches and co-workers by giving direction when necessary.
11. Is expected to learn/teach current compulsory and optional routine requirements to coaches and gymnasts.
12. Organizes staff and volunteer training opportunities.
13. Play an active role in family engagement events and other branch events as needed.
14. Assist in The Annual Giving Campaign and other fundraising activities.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Communication and Influence: Writes clearly and concisely, using correct grammar, vocabulary, and appropriate tone for the message or audience.  Speaks in a clear articulate manner.
• Collaboration: Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers and program participants at all levels of the organization.
• Developing Self & Others: Recruits and hires diverse staff and volunteers across multiple dimensions of diversity.  Onboards and develops staff and volunteers for success.  Addresses sensitive issues, inappropriate behavior or performance concerns to help others grow.
• Engaging Community: Serves others by initially welcoming, connecting, and supporting them and inviting them to get involved and give back.  Recognizes and articulates that the Y is a not-for-profit, charitable organization committed to serving the entire community.
• Program/Project Management: Organizes program or project resources, space, or deliverables to best meet intended goals.  Delivers a high-quality experience to participants.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least two years of experience working with children.
• Must maintain professionalism and have strong communication, organization and administrative skills.
• Must believe in YMCA’s philosophy and mission and be willing to teach, model and implement character development values.
• Must be flexible and take initiative as well as maintain a positive and professional attitude.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
• Position requires frequent bending, leaning, kneeling, walking, stretching and extended cardio vascular activity
• Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight.
• Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate with groups and individuals
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency
• Ability to view/enter data and use a computer for long periods of time.
• Ability to think in abstract, problem solve, remember and reconstruct
• Occasional exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.