JOB TITLE: Team ABC Coach – Select Track
DEPARTMENT: Team ABC
REPORTS TO: Team ABC Head Coach, Leadership Team
CLASSIFICATION: Part-Time Hourly
DEPARTMENT: Team ABC
REPORTS TO: Team ABC Head Coach, Leadership Team
CLASSIFICATION: Part-Time Hourly
OVERVIEW:
Located in Boulder, Colorado, ABC Kids Climbing is a unique climbing facility for kids and the home of Team ABC.
Fostering foundational climbing experiences for preschoolers, leading developmental climbing experiences for kids, coaching competitive climbing experiences for athletes and guiding outdoor climbing experiences for families. We’re here to share unique climbing experiences with kids and families while developing the next generation of youth climbers.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Team ABC Coaches (Coach) work closely with the Team ABC Select Head Coach and Leadership Team to lead, support, develop and inspire a robust climbing team of ABC youth athletes and a diverse community of ABC children and families. Coaches pro-actively organize, train and support competitive and exploratory team programs and athletes while fostering a positive and lasting experience for the ABC community of staff, children and families. Team ABC Coaches demonstrate professionalism and maintain a high coaching standard while contributing to a healthy climbing team and company culture.
We’re seeking an experienced youth climbing coach that exemplifies the principles of community, development and excellence. Comfortable in an individual and group setting, with both climbers and parents, Team ABC coaches are committed to delivering a balanced approach to trying hard and having fun. Contributing to an organized, inclusive, productive and enjoyable training environment for youth athletes, the ideal candidate will nurture, support and train young climbers toward camaraderie, performance/goal management, responsible stewardship and a lifelong path of climbing.
QUALIFICATIONS:
● Previous coaching and climbing experience
● Ability to “read” and communicate modern climbing movements, skills, and techniques
● Strong group management skills
● First Aid, CPR, AED certification (provided upon hiring)
● SafeSport certification (provided upon hiring)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● At least 1 year youth coaching experience
● At least 3 years personal climbing and/or competition experience
● At least 1 year youth coaching experience
● At least 3 years personal climbing and/or competition experience
RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Coach Team ABC athlete assessments, practices, private training sessions, training camps and competitions in accordance with Team ABC coaching philosophies and protocols
● Promote Team ABC standards and procedures in accordance with ABC, PCA, CWA and USAC guidelines
● Coordinate with Head Coach and collaborate with co-coaches to optimize, innovate and implement Team ABC program schedules, curriculums, training plans and goals
● Administer youth behavioral code of conduct, while administering Team ABC seasonal athlete reviews
● Serve as leader of team practice in the absence of the Head Coach or Lead Coach, maintaining team cohesion and clear communication
● Contribute to consistent Team ABC athlete and parent communication
● Has a complete understanding of the Team ABC program track – clearly communicating current and future Team ABC programs and events to both climbers and families
● Represent the ABC organization as a responsible steward of youth climbing
● Provide a welcoming and inclusive space for all races, religious beliefs, sexual orientations and identities
● Coach Team ABC athlete assessments, practices, private training sessions, training camps and competitions in accordance with Team ABC coaching philosophies and protocols
● Promote Team ABC standards and procedures in accordance with ABC, PCA, CWA and USAC guidelines
● Coordinate with Head Coach and collaborate with co-coaches to optimize, innovate and implement Team ABC program schedules, curriculums, training plans and goals
● Administer youth behavioral code of conduct, while administering Team ABC seasonal athlete reviews
● Serve as leader of team practice in the absence of the Head Coach or Lead Coach, maintaining team cohesion and clear communication
● Contribute to consistent Team ABC athlete and parent communication
● Has a complete understanding of the Team ABC program track – clearly communicating current and future Team ABC programs and events to both climbers and families
● Represent the ABC organization as a responsible steward of youth climbing
● Provide a welcoming and inclusive space for all races, religious beliefs, sexual orientations and identities
EMPLOYMENT PACKAGE:
● Hourly Rate $18 – $25, commensurate with experience
● Professional Development Opportunities
● ABC Perks
● Hourly Rate $18 – $25, commensurate with experience
● Professional Development Opportunities
● ABC Perks
APPLICATION PROCESS:
● Cover Letter
● Resume
● Email to: hr@abckidsclimbing.com with subject line: TEAM ABC COACHING OPPORTUNITY
● Cover Letter
● Resume
● Email to: hr@abckidsclimbing.com with subject line: TEAM ABC COACHING OPPORTUNITY
