Gymnastics Coach
About The Position
The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is hiring a part-time, hourly Gymnastics Coach to help children develop their gymnastics skills and reach age-appropriate goals. The coach contributes to a positive community environment by supporting participants in progressive or competitive gymnastics programs and building positive relationships with children and their parents. The role includes providing a safe, encouraging, and supportive learning environment; helping instruct gymnastics skills and character development; and supervising participants throughout the program. Coaches also prepare equipment before classes, evaluate skills, document progress and incidents, communicate with parents, and attend required staff meetings and training. The YMCA offers team support and training, opportunities to learn and grow, a free membership with access to all branches, a flexible work schedule, discounts on child care and summer camp programs, and information about future planning opportunities.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have 3–5 years of experience in a gymnastics setting.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Have strong communication skills and a desire to meet people at their level of experience.
- Enjoy working with children and maintaining positive relationships with their parents.
Nice To Haves
- USAG Safety Certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide a safe, encouraging, and supportive environment for participants in YMCA progressive or competitive gymnastics programs.
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before class and prepare equipment so the class can begin on time.
- Evaluate program skills and complete session progress reports, parent communications, incident reports, and attendance records.
- Assist in teaching program skills and character development objectives and techniques in accordance with YMCA standards.
- Supervise participants and actively participate in all aspects of the program.
- Wear attire that complies with YMCA standards.
- Manage participant behavior collaboratively with supervisors and parents.
- Use approved positive support techniques to develop and refine gymnasts’ skills.
- Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Benefits
- Free YMCA membership with access to all branches.
- Flexible work schedule.
- Discounts on child care and summer camp programs.
- Opportunities to learn and grow.
- Team support and training on job expectations.
- Future planning opportunities; details available from the YMCA.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
