What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Program Head Coach position at Momentum Indoor Climbing?
Description
A Momentum Youth Program Head Coach facilitates and coaches Momentum Youth Programs with the assistance of support coaches, directly reporting to the Youth Program Manager (YPM).
Head Coach’s work on a part-time basis, coaching either Momentum’s Mo Mini, Base Camp, or Youth Club programs.
Staff Management and Development
- Lead by example to foster a positive community consistent with the Momentum vision and values.
- Continually grow a positive program culture.
- Attend ongoing Youth Program training sessions.
Customer Service and Facility Obligations
- Ensure an exceptional customer service experience for parents, participants, and fellow coaches.
- Gain an understanding of participants' skill levels and individual needs.
- Develop a basic knowledge of Momentum’s programs and products.
- Keep practices engaging, fun, and safe for all participants.
- Prioritize participant needs and well-being during all program activities.
- Command respect, enforce safe climbing practices, recognize unsafe conditions, and communicate professionally with participants and staff.
Weekly Recurring Tasks
- Prepare and deliver lesson plans (approximately 30 minutes of prep per week in addition to coaching hours).
- Share lesson plans via email with support coaches and YPM.
- Assist operations staff with YP gear and front desk youth program needs.
- Enforce Momentum policies in a friendly, patient, and respectful manner.
- Gain awareness of each participant's skill levels and needs.
- Keep class engaging and fun for all participants with active participation.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Hours and Availability
- Part-time, Minimum 2 shifts per week, maximum 16 hours per week.
- Coaching on multiple days of week or multiple classes/day.
- Youth Programs typically run weekdays 3:30 PM-6:30 PM and some weekday mornings from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.
Experience, Skills, and Certifications
- Must have at least 2 years of climbing experience and show a strong enthusiasm for climbing.
- Ability to work with a large group of kids, ages 3-7, 8-11 or 12-18.
- Experience in the disciplines of bouldering, top rope, and sport climbing preferred.
- Experience in customer service, staff management, and event coordination preferred.
- Experience with formal instruction or teaching required.
- Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in person, through email, and phone.
- Basic computer skills.
Environmental and Physical Demands
- Comfortable working in a loud, environment on a regular basis .
- Comfortable speaking in front of and providing instruction to large groups.
- Be comfortable working at height, moving up and down a climbing wall.
- Continuously stand and walk on unstable and uneven surfaces for long periods of time.
- Able to repeatedly lift, move, and carry up to 50 lbs of weight on a regular basis.
- Able to balance, kneel, pull, push, and grasp objects as needed.
- Have the visual acuity to assess details such as harness buckles, knots, and belay technique.
COMPENSATION, BENEFITS, AND PERKS
- $16/hr DOE
- Free membership to all Momentum climbing facilities.
- 20% Discounts on Momentum instruction and programs
- Pro deal benefits after 90 days of employment
Salary : $16