Head Gymnastics Team Coach - Morgan Park Sports Center
ASM Global
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Salary
$22 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Head Gymnastics Team Coach is responsible for planning and leading structured team practices, preparing athletes for competitions, and ensuring a safe environment. They also serve as the primary point of contact for parents and athletes while mentoring coaching staff to maintain consistent standards.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess current CPR certification and a USAG/USTA instructor certification or equivalent. Previous experience in gymnastics, tumbling, or trampoline coaching is required, along with a working knowledge of human anatomy and training principles.
Job description
Job Title
- Head
- Gymnastics
- Team
- Coach
- Employment
- Type:
- Part-Time,
- Hourly (Non-Exempt)
- Reports to: Gymnastics Coordinator
Position Summary
Under direct supervision of the head team coach the Girls USAG Team Coach executes the team practice working cooperatively with the team coaching staff, prepares for competitions, executes day-to-day responsibilities to create a safe, secure and enjoyable environment, and ensures the safety of all program participants by complying with the safety guidelines and curriculum set forth by USAG Gymnastics. Provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for participants on the team. Key Responsibilities: Plan and lead structured team practices focused on skill development, strength, flexibility, and routine preparation Coach athletes during practices, competitions, and events Adapt coaching techniques to accommodate varying skill levels and individual athlete needs Serve as the primary point of contact for athletes and parents regarding: Practice expectations and coaching-related questions Competition (meet) schedules, logistics, and preparation Communicate important updates, reminders, and announcements to families using designated platforms Send regular reminders regarding practices, meets, deadlines, and program updates Direct any escalated concerns, administrative issues, or matters outside coaching scope to the appropriate supervisor Assist mentoring coaches to ensure consistency in coaching methods and expectations Monitor athlete progress and provide feedback on skill development and performance Ensure proper technique, progression, and safety standards are consistently followed Coordinate and prepare athletes for competitions, including routines and expectations Enforce facility policies, team rules, and code of conduct Maintain equipment safety and report any maintenance needs Foster a positive, inclusive, and disciplined team culture Complete other job responsibility and duties as assigned Qualifications: Must possess current CPR certification Certified Instructor (USAG/USTA) or equivalent. Additional specialty/certifications preferred. Must have working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, and training principles. Must have working knowledge of gymnastics teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, tempo, technique, and rhythm. Previous gymnastics/tumbling/trampoline teaching or coaching experience. Professional demeanor and ability to cooperate and work well with other staff members. Ability to work with limited supervision and as a team member. Physical Requirements: The physical requirements 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 of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit for long hours and work with various types of gymnastics equipment. The employee must frequently lift and/or spot up to 50 pounds, and occasionally must aide or assist participants.
Hours
This position requires the ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays. Able to work specifically on weekday evenings and weekends.
Hourly Rate
$22.00 Benefits: Paid Leave Accrual Sick Time Accrual 401(k) once eligibility is met To Apply: Only candidates that apply through our online system will be considered. Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact: 312-235-7148 Recruiter: Maggie Szot Contact: (312)-235-7148 Soldier Field – Legends Global 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Sick Time Accrual
- Paid Leave Accrual