Head Coach

Head Coach

After School Programs and Summer Camps

Asana Climbing Gym, Boise, ID

Position Type: Part-Time

Position Summary

The Head Coach for After School Programs is responsible for overseeing the coaches role in the development, organization, and delivery of Asana Climbing Gym’s (ACG) youth programs. This role is integral to ensuring that all youth programs align with ACG’s business goals and core values while fostering a fun, safe, and engaging environment for participants.

The Head Coach will lead by example, providing vision and leadership to the coaching team while cultivating a culture of learning and collaboration. They will be the central figure in maintaining high-quality programming through lesson planning, team management, and student progress tracking. By acting as the main point of contact for parents, the Head Coach ensures seamless communication between the gym, coaching staff, and families.

Primary Responsibilities

Vision Alignment: Clearly understand and communicate how youth programs contribute to ACG’s goals and vision, inspiring the coaching team to embrace and embody these values.

Team Leadership: Serve as a role model and mentor to assistant coaches, fostering a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Lesson Plans: Create and organize engaging lesson plans for each class, ensuring they are age-appropriate, skill-specific, and aligned with program goals.

Task Delegation: Assign responsibilities to coaching staff, such as leading stretches, organizing games, supervising specific groups, or teaching particular skills.

Daily Pre-Shift Meetings: Facilitate pre-shift meetings to review daily plans, address any challenges, and ensure all coaches are prepared for their session.

Safety and Supervision: Ensure all students are accounted for and safe during classes, maintaining a strong focus on injury prevention and proper technique.

Progress Monitoring: Track the progress of individual students and class groups, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting lesson plans as needed.

Student Information Management: Maintain up-to-date records of students' info sheets, waivers, and any pertinent medical information, ensuring all coaches are aware of relevant details.

Staff Onboarding: Assist in training and onboarding new coaching staff, providing clear expectations and guidance on delivering high-quality youth programming

Professional Growth: Foster a culture of professional development by encouraging ongoing education, skill-building, and collaboration among the coaching team.

Parent Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for parents, addressing questions, concerns, or feedback in a professional and timely manner.

Progress Updates: Provide regular updates to parents on their child’s progress, milestones, and areas of improvement.

Customer Service: Ensure parents feel valued and included in the program, maintaining open and transparent communication channels.

Climbing Ability: Medium-level climbing skills and a passion for climbing.

Teaching Proficiency: Strong understanding of beginner and intermediate climbing techniques with the ability to accurately teach them.

Coaching Experience: Prior experience coaching youth climbing programs is preferred.

Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills with kids, parents, and co-workers, both in person and via email.

Leadership Abilities: Demonstrated ability to lead a team, inspire confidence, and create a supportive environment for both staff and participants.

Emotional Intelligence: Displays empathy, patience, and non-reactiveness when working with children, parents, and staff.

Task Management: Exceptional organizational and task management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities effectively.

Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy in lesson planning, student records, and safety measures.

Positive Attitude: Energetic and optimistic with a solutions-focused mindset.

Role Model: Strives to be a positive example for both students and staff by embodying the values of continuous growth and professionalism.

Adaptability: Flexible and able to handle unexpected challenges or changes in a calm and constructive manner.

Schedule:

School Season: Monday- Thursday, 4:00 PM- 7:00 PM

Summer: Monday- Friday, 7:30 AM- 12:30 PM

Admin and Training Hours: TBD

Hours and Compensation:

Hours: 12-25 hours per week, depending on program needs and seasonality.

Compensation: $13- $17/hour (based on experience).

Reporting Structure

The Head Coach reports to the Programs Lead.

Preferred Experience (Not Required)

Prior experience as a climbing coach or instructor in a youth-focused program.

Familiarity with climbing program management tools or software.

Certifications in climbing instruction, coaching, or safety.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience, passion for climbing, and vision for youth climbing programs at ACG. Applications can be sent to gym@asanaclimbing.com