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Graduate Assistant Strength Coach Jobs in Tennessee

Muhlenberg College

Assistant Coach, Softball Job Summary: Muhlenberg College, a Division III institution and a member ... graduate programs. At Muhlenberg, we are committed to a campus community that ensures students ...

Campbellsville

BA Responsibilities of the job include, but aren't limited to, assisting in daily practices and coaching, working with individual athletes, weight room, overseeing team study hall, driving school ...

D1 Training - Lakeland

Sport Specific Coach

Arlington, TN · On-site

$20 - $35/hr

Evaluate & Program: Assist with athlete assessments and goal setting to ensure every member has a ... Minimum 1 year of Strength & Conditioning experience (Collegiate athletic experience is highly ...

D1 Training

Sport Specific Coach

Arlington, TN · On-site

$20 - $35/hr

Evaluate & Program: Assist with athlete assessments and goal setting to ensure every member has a ... Minimum 1 year of Strength & Conditioning experience (Collegiate athletic experience is highly ...

Muhlenberg College

$800/wk

Assistant Coach, Football (PT) Job Summary: Muhlenberg College, a Division III institution and a ... graduate programs. At Muhlenberg, we are committed to a campus community that ensures students ...

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What are some common challenges faced by graduate assistant strength coaches during their first year, and how can they be addressed?

Graduate Assistant Strength Coaches often face challenges such as balancing their academic responsibilities with coaching duties, adapting to the fast-paced demands of collegiate athletics, and establishing credibility with student-athletes and staff. Effective time management and clear communication with both academic advisors and coaching supervisors are essential for success. Building strong relationships with athletes and being proactive in seeking feedback from experienced coaches can help overcome initial hurdles and foster professional growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a graduate assistant strength coach?

To thrive as a Graduate Assistant Strength Coach, you need a solid understanding of exercise science, strength and conditioning principles, and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Familiarity with performance tracking software, weight room equipment, and certifications such as CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) or USAW are typically required. Strong communication, leadership, and motivational skills help you connect with athletes and support their development. These competencies are crucial for designing effective training programs, ensuring athlete safety, and fostering a positive training environment.

What is a graduate assistant strength coach?

A Graduate Assistant Strength Coach is a graduate student who assists with the design and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for athletic teams. They work under the supervision of head strength coaches, helping athletes improve their performance through proper training techniques, injury prevention, and recovery protocols. This position allows graduate students to gain hands-on experience in the field while pursuing their master's degree, often in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related area. Graduate Assistant Strength Coaches may also help with administrative duties, data collection, and equipment maintenance.
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Swim Coach (PT)- Schillings Farms YMCA

YMCA OF MEMPHIS & THE MID-SOUTH

Cordova, TN • On-site

$11 - $13/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Part-time
Description
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Incumbent is responsible for the instruction and safety of the YMCA swim team members during swim practice.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Schedule and conduct practices.
  • Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
  • Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
  • Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
  • Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
  • Organizes and puts away needed class equipment.
  • Reports damaged equipment.
  • Attend all practices.
  • Attend local meets at the coach and director's discretion.
  • Communicate with members in a timely fashion.
  • Prepare necessary paperwork for practices/swim meets.
  • Responsible for continually growing the Swim Team program via quality instruction.
  • Train and mentor assistant coaches and volunteers.
  • Assist with other duties as necessary.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
Mission Advancement : Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.
Collaboration : Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person's point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness : Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth : Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, or certified within the first 30 days.
  • Minimum of 2 years in the aquatics, lifeguard
  • 2 years swim coaching experience preferred.
  • USA Swimming Coach or ASCA Level 1 and Principles of YMCA Competitive Swimming certification preferred.
  • Must be able to demonstrate proficiency of swim skills in accordance with YMCA standards and have a strong foundation in stroke mechanics and be able to communicate effectively with swimmers and their parents.
  • Experience in a supervisory role.
  • Full working knowledge of the facility safety and emergency procedures.
  • Experience with standard office software.
WORK SCHEDULE: Work schedules may vary per the Y's hours of operation. Most Y's are open 7 days a week: Mon. - Fri. 5:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Sat. 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Sun. 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting as well as correctly demonstrating proper form of exercises.
  • Ability to swim and demonstrate stroke techniques.
  • Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
  • Ability to lift and move equipment, and to lift small to average size child.

The YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South aims to provide quality and safe youth programs for all. We are committed to making a continuous effort to prevent the abuse of children: verbally, physically, emotionally and sexually. All allegations or suspicions of child abuse are taken seriously and will be reported to the State for investigation with full cooperation from the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South
Salary Description
$11.00-$13.00

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