Team Coach Level 2 is an experienced competitive coaching role for coaches who are ready to take independent ownership of athlete groups, contribute meaningfully to training design, and step into on-floor leadership within 5.Life’s competitive youth program. At this level, you lead practices, track athlete development with rigor, and engage with parents as a trusted program representative. You’re building toward becoming a pillar of 5.Life’s team coaching staff.
About 5.Life
Description
Reports to: Head Team Coach / Youth Program Manager
Responsibilities
Team Practice & Training Delivery
- Independently lead assigned team practice sessions, including structure, content, and pacing
- Deliver technically advanced instruction on movement efficiency, competition strategy, route reading, and mental performance
- Design and implement session plans aligned with the broader team training calendar
- Adapt training in real time based on athlete readiness, energy, and developmental needs
- Provide individualized coaching feedback to athletes during and after practice
Athlete Development & Tracking
- Maintain detailed athlete progress records and contribute to long-term development plans
- Facilitate structured goal-setting conversations with athletes each season
- Identify athlete strengths, limiters, and next-step opportunities; communicate findings to the Head Coach
- Support athlete mental performance through a culture of psychological safety and growth mindset
Training Design & Curriculum Input
- Contribute to team training calendar design, periodization planning, and curriculum updates
- Document effective drills, training blocks, and athlete notes for shared coaching use
- Stay current on competitive climbing trends, training science, and athlete development best practices
Competition Leadership
- Attend all assigned competitions; lead warm-ups, athlete prep, and on-floor coaching support
- Provide structured post-competition debrief with athletes and report outcomes to the Head Coach
- Represent 5.Life and USA Climbing values at all sanctioned events
Risk Management, Operations & Accountability
- Own risk management protocols for every session you lead
- Complete all administrative duties: attendance, progress logs, incident reports, and shift notes
- Mentor Level 1 Team Coaches on the floor; model professional coaching standards
- Communicate proactively with the Head Coach on program quality and athlete concerns
Parent Engagement
- Lead parent communications for your athlete group: progress updates, competition logistics, and program news
- Build trusting, professional relationships with families that support long-term athlete retention
Results
- Athletes under your direct coaching show measurable technical and competitive development
- Training plans you contribute to are well-structured and effectively executed
- Parents express confidence in you as a coach and advocate for their athlete
- Level 1 coaches learn from watching you work
- You are considered a reliable, high-quality coaching presence by the entire team staff
Requirements
You Must Have
- Minimum 20 years of age
- 4+ years of climbing experience; ability to climb V5 or higher
- 2+ years of experience coaching competitive youth climbing teams
- Current SafeSport certification
- Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification
- USAC Coaches membership (Level 100 or higher)
- Availability for competitions and potential travel
Preferred (Not Required)
- USAC Level 2
- Background in periodized training, sport science, or athletic performance
- Experience facilitating parent meetings or athlete development reviews
Compensation & Benefits
Pay: $21+/hr, commensurate with experience. Eligible for annual merit review.
Perks: Free gym membership, competition travel support, continued education, and direct input into 5.Life’s competitive programming direction.
