Youth Team Coach III

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Youth Team Coach is a part of a team of coaches who are responsible for delivering practice content to our youth climbing teams and crafting the experience for all levels of Youth Team. Youth Team Climbing Coaches partner with Team Coach Supervisors and/or Manager to plan and execute programming that results in transformative experiences for youth athletes and teaches life skills through sport climbing.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor for physical, mental and emotional wellbeing and support transformative experiences for athletes while ensuring team activities promote our core values and a sense of belonging in team members

Work with Youth Team Manager and/or Team Coach Supervisors to follow the season schedule and deliver the daily instruction for this level of team including Comps, Events, Training plan etc.

May include teaching leading climbing/belaying, top rope belay and bouldering risk management skills at this level after receiving appropriate training and approval
Provide input on or write lesson plans that support the program’s goals and participant growth and promote connection to our community

Coach at practices of this level of team, and competitions as needed based on athlete attendance.

Provide supervision for youth climbers who will be bouldering, lead climbing and belaying.

Assist Team Coach Supervisor with administrative duties for this team level, including monitoring team rosters, tracking belay training, organizing practice notes, and communicating with parents.

Effectively communicate any issues or concerns with coaching staff and the Gym Leadership team in a timely manner.

Collaborate with Team Coach Supervisor to facilitate mentorship opportunities and personal development for their team level.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Embody Movement’s Core Values and the desired culture of our youth team

Passion for working with youth and developing youth climbing athletes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 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

Additional Information

This position is a Part Time (5-7 hours/week), non-exempt position, including gym membership, gear discounts, guest passes, and other benefits available to Movement employees.

Starting pay is $15.50 with room for flexibility depending on experience.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE

Upload a resume + document with responses to the following questions:

How did you hear about this opportunity?
When are you able to start work?
Please describe your coaching experience and/or competitive climbing experience:
Tell us about a moment from your coaching history that you are proud of:
Tell us about a recent experience working on a project with a group. What role did you play?
Why are you interested in coaching at Movement Callowhill?