29/08/2023
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UWCSEA will only consider applications submitted through our College Portal before the deadline: https://www.uwcsea.edu.sg/uwcsea-careers/educational-support-roles/posts-educational-suppor-role-default-page/~board/educational-support-roles/post/gymnastics-coach-2023
UWCSEA Dover Campus is seeking a Gymnastic Coach experienced in coaching recreational and competitive Gymnastics to start during the academic year 2023/2024.
Reporting to the Head of Gymnastics, the successful coach will help to develop and drive the Gymnastics Program at UWCSEA Dover across Recreational and Competitive Levels.
By applying for this job, you are committed to meet the vaccination requirement by the Singapore Government. You may refer to https://www.mom.gov.sg/covid-19/vaccination-requirements-as-a-condition-for-mom-passes for the latest requirement.
Main Responsibilities
Coaching:
- Assist in planning a gymnastics curriculum for different levels
Prepare, plan and deliver technically sound session plans (Infant Gym and Competitive Squads).
- Ensure coaching techniques are in accordance to best practices.
- Carry out, record and report assessments, physical testing, skills testing for all levels periodically.
- Assist in setting individualized short, medium and long term plans (training and competition) for all gymnasts in the Competitive Squad.
- Managing & achieving targets based on annual plans.
- Monitoring of attendance, progress and reporting.
- Talent identification of gymnasts in PE lessons.
- Assist PE teachers with delivering PE lessons during gymnastics units throughout the school year.
Operational (providing daily oversight so as to ensure):
- Work with the facilities team to ensure the gymnastics equipment is efficient and safe for use.
- Optimal usage of the gymnasium and equipment.
- Safe handling of equipment, usage guidelines are adhered to
Advising equipment / training aid shortages etc.
Administrative:
- Assist in coordinating pre‐season assessments, registrations, trials, class allocations.
- Maintain up‐to‐date records of student and parent details.
- Maintain up-to‐date program information on the school website and notice board.
- Respond to and follow up any parent enquiries by email and telephone.
- Attend weekly staff meeting.
Hosting Meets and Invitationals:
- Work with the facilities team in equipment set up in accordance to competition guidelines.
- Assist to ensure meets can be run smoothly.
Person Specifications
- Qualified Gymnastics coach with excellent experience in coaching children.
- Holding qualifications (FIG level 1 or equivalent).
- Good all-round knowledge of Gymnastics and development requirements pertaining to different age groups.
- Adopt an appropriate approach to age-group training focusing on technical competence, team-building and long-term success.
- Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills and able to relate to students, parents and teachers with quality service.
- Able to work both independently and as a team member.
- Able to work during weekends and evening.
Application
Apply via our job portal by Thursday, 7 September 2023 11:59pm Singapore Time.
UWCSEA welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.
UWCSEA is an equal opportunity employer, and welcomes applications from those who wish to join a community which is inclusive, and which celebrates diversity.