JV Gymnastics Coach

JUNIOR VARSITY GYMNASTICS COACH

Valparaiso High School

Qualifications:

• Valid (state) teacher license is preferred but not required
• Previous coaching experience in gymnastics
• A solid understanding of the skills and concepts that is fundamental to teaching the sport of gymnastics
• Flexibility, organization, and a strong work ethic
• A vibrant personality that is well suited to work with teenage girls
• Excellent instructional skills and techniques
• Solid conflict resolution and communication skills
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Job Goal:

• To carry out the aims and objectives of the athletic program as outlined by the Athletic Director and school administration
• To instruct athletes in individual and team fundamentals, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success.
• At the same time, the student shall receive instruction that will lead to the formation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self discipline and self confidence.

Expectations:

• Maintain high standards as a teacher, both in the classroom and in gymnastics , while advocating the skills, mission and objectives of the District.
• Promote sportsmanship, be understanding and fair, and put integrity ahead of winning.
• Effectively communicate with players, parents, teachers, media, administrators and other groups within the community.
• Work in collaboration with other head coaches to promote multi-sport student athletes.
• Demonstrate necessary organizational and leadership skills
• Have experienced past success in coaching gymnastics in a quality program, and have a strong background in coaching as evidenced by level of position and expertise in coaching
• Strive to make community connections with your team (i.e. participate in Popcorn Festival Parade, Homecoming Parade, community service initiatives, etc.)
• Other duties assigned by the athletic director.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Varsity Gymnastics Coach with organizing and running daily practices as well as attending daily practices.
• Assist the Varsity Gymnastics Coach with coaching games and organizing managers.
• Assist the Varsity Gymnastics Coach with organizing equipment and completing the equipment inventory at the end of the season.
• Implement basic skills, concepts, and terminology as laid-out by the Head Varsity Coach of the VHS Gymnastics Program.
• Participate in high school program team activities and fundraising projects.
• Assist the Varsity Gymnastics Coach with supervision of athletes at and after practice at VHS.
• Complete all required NHFS coaching classes before working with VHS athletes.
• Assist the Varsity Gymnastics Coach with concession supervisions, attending coaches meetings, attending parent meetings, and attending award events.

Responsible To:

The Varsity Gymnastics Coach, Director of Athletics and Building Principal

Stipend:

As stated in the current Valparaiso Community Schools ECA portion of the Teaching Contract.