Job Description
A Team Coach Supervisor serves as the main point of contact for a level of climbing team, and as such must be goal-oriented, able to multitask, innovative, possess good time management skills, and be passionate about helping coaches and young climbers achieve their expression of success. They partner with the Youth Team Manager and Coaches to plan and execute programming that results in transformative experiences for youth athletes and teaches life skills through sport climbing. As with all leaders, they are expected to embody Movement’s mission and core values, as well as leading by example for their staff.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- “Culture Keeper” for the team program and ensure team activities promote our core values.
- Monitor and support the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of the coaching team and athletes. Demonstrate empathy and compassion to develop meaningful relationships and support transformative experiences with coaches and athletes.
- Work with Team Manager to build season schedule for this level of team including parent meetings, competitions, training camps, and events
- Point person for planning and running daily practices, accomplished by collaborating with Coaches
- Coach at all/majority of practices of this level of team and attend all extra-curricular events and competitions
- Effectively communicate any issues or concerns with parents, coaching staff and the Gym Leadership team in a timely manner.
- Provide supervision/instruction as needed for youth climbers who will be bouldering, lead climbing, and belaying.
- Support with monitoring and quality control of programs including responsibility to support performance reviews for your assistant coaches
- Hold accountability for actions, including safety and risk management procedures, ensuring they are upheld by guests, athletes and coaches alike
- Assist Team Manager with administrative duties for this team level, including monitoring team rosters, team applications and tryouts, tracking belay training, organizing practice notes, and communicating with parents.
- Inspire coaching team by partnering with Team Manager to facilitate mentorship opportunities and professional development of Assistant Coaches.
- With Team Manager support may be responsible for set up and running of tryouts, training camps, and/or other events for the team.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong coach personality, and ability to be the “heart” of that team level
- Embody Movement’s Core Values and the desired culture of our youth team
- Display a passion for developing youth athletes and climbing coaches
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with athletes, coaches, parents, and gym leadership.
- Ability to stay organized and efficient in completing administrative duties
- Knowledge and experience in climbing instruction commensurate with the team level being coached, strong climbing and training background
- Solid computer skills (web-based applications, Word, Excel, POS applications)
- Availability expectations: either a Sunday – Thursday or Monday – Friday weekly schedule based on team needs. Occasional weekend availability to attend USAC competitions or other Youth Team events.
For Advanced/Comp Team Supervisor only
- Experience with USA Climbing competitions, route setting, and/or competitive climbing is a plus
- Ability to climb V6 or 5.12+ is preferred but not required
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This position is a Part Time up to 20 hours/week, non-exempt position, including gym membership, gear discounts, guest passes, and other benefits available to Movement employees. This role has the potential to become a Full-Time role combined with other positions in the gym.
- There is an opportunity for this role to grow into a full-time position depending on program needs and applicant interest.
- Starting pay is $22 – $22.50/hour depending on experience.
- Please submit application and cover letter by 10/19/26.
