Junior Gymnastics Coach

Dominique Dawes Academy•Mount Laurel Township, NJ

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Gymnastics Coach instructs weekly gymnastics classes for preschool children ages 9 months to 5 years. Coaches teach fundamental movement skills, develop body awareness, and encourage a love of active play through fun, age-appropriate instruction. The academy provides training and mentorship; no prior coaching experience is required. The coach creates a welcoming class environment in line with Dominique Dawes Academy’s philosophy of holistic child development, follows academy class plans and safety protocols, and supports children’s skill development through spotting and corrections. The role also involves communicating with parents, maintaining the training space and equipment, monitoring children’s safety, and collaborating with the team. The position is part-time and takes place in an indoor gym environment, with a consistent weekly schedule during the school year.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
No prior experience is required.
Must be available weekday afternoons and evenings and weekends.
Must be available for a consistent weekly schedule throughout the school year.
Ability to demonstrate physical skills and actively engage with students.
Ability to spot athletes safely and provide physical assistance as needed.
Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work in a physically active, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children in instructional, athletic, or recreational settings.
Background as a student of gymnastics, cheer, dance, or another movement-based discipline.
CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification provided by the company.

Responsibilities

Instruct weekly gymnastics classes for preschool children ages 9 months to 5 years.
Create a welcoming and supportive class environment aligned with the academy’s philosophy of holistic child development.
Follow class plans, skill progressions, and safety protocols provided by academy leadership.
Provide age-appropriate instruction that challenges athletes while encouraging progress and fun.
Offer verbal and physical spotting and corrections to support skill development and safety.
Engage positively with parents before and after classes, providing feedback and building community.
Maintain a clean and organized training space and assist with setting up and taking down equipment.
Monitor children closely and respond promptly to injuries or safety concerns according to gym protocols.
Collaborate with teammates and management to ensure smooth class transitions and rotations.
Attend required staff training sessions, team meetings, and seasonal evaluations.
Represent the academy’s values of respect, teamwork, and excellence in all interactions.
Perform other duties as assigned.