Join Our Team! The WAG coach is a key member of the Women’s Artistic Program, collaborating closely with members, athletes, and coaches of the Grande Prairie Gymnastics Society (GPGS). This role is responsible for coaching, guiding and mentoring a group of competitive athletes to further achievement & success. Key duties include planning for and implementing developmentally appropriate artistic gymnastics programs for athletes in their care. The ideal candidate is an organized, dependable, and team-oriented individual who has technical expertise, emotional intelligence and a supportive coaching style.
Key Responsibilities:
· Design and implement effective training plans to support athlete development.
· Regularly assess individual and team performance to track progress and ensure improvement.
· Prepare athletes for competitions, providing guidance and support during events.
· Assist in planning and coordinating competition schedules, ensuring readiness.
· Maintain clear communication with the supervisor on athlete progress and training outcomes.
· Foster a positive, collaborative work environment that encourages commitment and trust.
· Inspire and encourage athletes to help them reach their full potential.
· Participate in coaching clinics and ongoing professional development.
· Promote gymnastics through active participation in community events.
· Mentor junior coaches, offering guidance and support.
· Ensure proper storage of equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
· Address member concerns with professionalism and empathy.
· Maintain positive relationships with the Alberta Gymnastics Federation.
· Activate emergency protocols as needed.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
· C1 NCCP Artistic Gymnastics certification
· C1 NCCP Trampoline Gymnastics certification
· High School Diploma required
· 2+ years of coaching experience
· Excellent communication skills
· Ability to lead, motivate, and coach others with empathy, patience and support
· Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to use tact, diplomacy, and mature judgment
· Ability to maintain confidentiality
· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
· Energetic team player with an outgoing, friendly, responsible, punctual, and adaptable attitude
· Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment in interpreting and applying relevant regulations, policies, and procedures
· Proven ability to manage change and resolve conflicts using effective conflict resolution techniques
· Strong commitment to safety, ensuring safe work practices are implemented and maintained
· Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector search
· Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Assets:
· C2 NCCP Artistic Gymnastics certification
· Experience coaching in a Women’s Artistic Gymnastics program
· Thorough knowledge of Grande Prairie Gymnastics Programs
· Experience working with children
· Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders certification
· First Aid with CPR
· Post Secondary Diploma or Degree.
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 9 – 20 per week
Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person