Assistant Gymnastics Director

SSYMCA•Quincy, MA

1d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Gymnastics Director works in conjunction with the Association Director of Gymnastics and is responsible for overseeing and operating the South Shore YMCA’s Gymnastics Department. The role includes delivering Age Group enrichment classes, recreational gymnastics programming, developmental gymnastics, summer gymnastics camp programming, and assistant coaching for the competitive gymnastics team. Programs operate under USA Gymnastics and YMCA of the USA Gymnastics guidelines.

Requirements

Two to three years of experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience specifically in coaching and gymnastics instruction.
Ability to develop positive, effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, and members.
Effective coaching and teaching skills aligned with YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Gymnastics certifications applicable to competitive or recreational programming.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Experience with the Microsoft Office suite.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise gymnastics activities to meet community needs and YMCA objectives.
Develop progressive programming for all levels of gymnasts, including competitive teams and recreational classes, and conduct individual assessments and evaluations.
Establish new program activities and expand programs in accordance with strategic and operational plans.
Work with the Association Director of Gymnastics to recruit, hire, train, manage, develop, coach, schedule, and direct part-time staff and volunteers as needed.
Review and evaluate staff performance, develop strategies to motivate staff, and ensure staff certification records are current and complete.
Build relationships with members, respond to inquiries, solve problems, support member recruitment and engagement, and connect members to the YMCA’s cause.
Create a safe and supportive community environment.
Follow the approved department budget responsibly and assist the Association Gymnastics Director with accurate department payroll submission.
Coordinate with branch staff to ensure facilities are safe, clean, adequately equipped, well maintained, and attractive.
Build and develop volunteer capacity.
Assist with YMCA fundraising activities and events.
Build collaborative relationships with community organizations as assigned by the Gymnastics Director.
Model and teach YMCA values, inclusion strategies, and initiatives, and ensure high-level service.
Provide volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition.
Communicate effectively with audiences at all levels; listen to understand during conflict; and provide staff with feedback, coaching, guidance, and support.
Guide program launches and decision-making, develop plans, manage best practices through team engagement, and hold staff accountable for high-quality results.
Manage budgets effectively and cultivate relationships that support fundraising.
Address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance, facilitate change, and model adaptability.