Youth Program Coach

Description

A Youth Program Coach assists in teaching Momentum Climbing Youth Program curriculum under the Head Coach.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coaching on the days agreed upon, when hired.  Multiple days of week preferred. 
• Participating and engaging with participants while teaching the lesson for the day
• Gaining awareness of each of the participants skill levels and needs
• Parent interaction before and after practice
• Enforce Momentum policies in a friendly, patient, and respectful manner
• Develop a basic understanding of gym programs and products
• Ability to command respect, enforce safe climbing practices, recognize unsafe conditions, and discuss any concerns with fellow coaches and participants in a professional manner

Compensation

• Momentum Staff Member with complimentary membership 
• Opportunity to develop/improve teaching, coaching, and facilitation skills
• Access to outdoor industry pro-deals after 90 days of employment
• Flat rate per practice discussed upon hire 

Requirements

• At least 2 years of a consistent climbing background with an extensive knowledge of climbing technique and terminology (bouldering, top rope, lead climbing/belay, minimum 5.10 inside and out)
• Ability to work with a large group of kids
• Experience in coaching, programming, and facilitating is a plus, but not required
• Ability to put immediate needs of participants first at all times
• Valid certification in First Aid/CPR or WFR/WFA is preferred but not required