Competition 1 (Introduction) WAG Certified Senior Coach – Full-Time

Quinte Bay Gymnastics Club is seeking a Competition 1 (Introduction) WAG Certified Senior Coach – Full-Time for our growing competitive women’s artistic gymnastics program.

Located in the heart of Belleville on the majestic Bay of Quinte, Quinte Bay Gymnastics Club an established not-for-profit organization that is run by a voluntary board of directors and is the proud recipient of the 2024 Ed Brougham Club of the Year Award. Operating in a full-time 20,000 square foot facility with roughly 1,250 recreational athletes and 145 competitive athletes as well as other programming that includes birthday parties, camps, etc. Quinte Bay Gymnastics prides itself on an excellent reputation of delivering high quality gymnastics to our community. We are currently looking to hire a full-time Competition 1 (Introduction) Trained/Certified WAG coach to join our dynamic and growing team. We are offering a flexible start date in order to find the right candidate for this position who will assist in leading our competitive program to further its development.

The successful candidate will coach a variety of levels as well as aid with technical leadership for the program and fellow coaches. This candidate must be well experienced in coaching a competitive program, be highly organized, have a strong understanding of long-term planning and development, and can provide competitive level coaching to athletes with a variety of skills and abilities. They will work in collaboration with the Competitive Program Coordinator to promote coach knowledge and mentorship opportunities for continued development.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Minimum NCCP Level 2 Certified Women’s Artistic or Competition 1 (Introduction) Trained/Certified WAG with a willingness to acquire Competition 2
• Minimum 5+ years of competitive coaching experience including Optional, Compulsory, Xcel and ODP programs
• First Aid/CPR Certified (or willing to attend)
• Making Ethical Decisions and Respect in Sport
• Safe Sport
• Criminal Records and Vulnerable Sector Check
• Extensive knowledge and experience of gymnastics coaching, programming, and athlete development
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as required
• Must be able to bear weight as required to spot or support athletes of all ages and abilities
• Must be able to be physically active including (but not limited to) movements such as: rotation, squatting, lifting, holding and others as required

Additional Skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, providing technical direction as necessary to coaching team
• Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills in dealing with coaches, athletes, and parents
• Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks, and activities
• Willingness to actively recruit new athletes and promote the club, oversee the assessment and testing of new athletes
• Ability to address athlete/participant behaviour or issues with parents and suggest appropriate action
• Communicate any safety concerns, equipment needs, and program issues as they arise

Job Type:

• Full-Time, Permanent

Compensation:

• This full-time coaching position will combine coaching and light administrative duties, offering a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. Flexibility in position start date is possible, or to start as soon as we find the right candidate.

Please forward your resume, cover letter, and credentials to our General Manager, Tracy Teno gm@quintebaygymnastics.com

We thank all who apply, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.