Assistant Gymnastics Coach

St. Francis Area Schools; St. Francis (MN); On-site; USD 542,000 - 645,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Francis High School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated Assistant Gymnastics Coach to provide leadership, technical instruction, and guidance to student-athletes within our gymnastics program.

Working closely with the Head Coach and coaching staff, the Assistant Coach supports overall program goals, fosters character development, and prioritizes athlete safety, skill progression, and personal growth. They will plan practices, develop routines, evaluate athletes, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Prior gymnastics coaching experience at the middle school, high school, club, or youth level.
• High school, club, or collegiate gymnastics competing experience.
• Strong background in safe spotting practices across all gymnastics events.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute effective practices focused on gymnastics skill progression, routine construction, technique, conditioning, and flexibility.
• Assist the Head Coach with routine development, athlete evaluations, team lineup selection, and meet strategies across all apparatuses.
• Partner with the Head Coach and Community Education to support youth feeder programs, club partnerships, and summer camps.

Skills

Gymnastics coaching

Safety spotting

Leadership

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 9/30/2026
• Location: St. Francis High School (9-12)
• Date Available: 10/30/2026

Application Procedure: To be considered for this vacancy, applicant must complete the on-line application process and indicate interest in this specific job number.

Date Available: 10/30/2026

Duty Days Per Year: MSHSL Fall Season; plus planning of off-season program

Hours Per Day: Varies as arranged with supervisor

Type of Position: () Continuing ( x) Temporary

Salary: $4,046-$4,817

Supervisor of Position: Joan Johnson, Activities Director

Location: St. Francis High School

Position Summary

St. Francis High School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated Assistant Gymnastics Coach to provide leadership, technical instruction, and guidance to student-athletes within our gymnastics program. Working closely with the Head Coach and coaching staff, the Assistant Coach supports overall program goals, fosters character development, and prioritizes athlete safety, skill progression, and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Instruction & Program Development:
  • Plan, organize, and execute effective practices focused on gymnastics skill progression, routine construction, technique, conditioning, and flexibility.
  • Assist the Head Coach with routine development, athlete evaluations, team lineup selection, and meet strategies across all four apparatuses (Vault, Uneven Bars, Balance Beam, and Floor Exercise).
  • Partner with the Head Coach and Community Education to support youth feeder programs, club partnerships, and summer camps.
• Student-Athlete Safety, Welfare & Culture:
  • Prioritize athlete safety through proper spotting techniques, equipment setup/inspection, and injury prevention protocols during practices, meets, locker room monitoring, and team travel.
  • Model high energy, positive leadership, and sportsmanship in accordance with the MSHSL "Coach's Code of Ethics" and conference guidelines.
  • Measure success through individual skill improvement, team goal achievement, and positive character development, not solely winning.
• Communication & Program Administration:
  • Maintain open, professional communication with head coaching staff, athletes, parents, administration, and community stakeholders.
  • Assist with gymnastics equipment setup, breakdown, mat management, and uniform issuance and collection.
  • Adhere strictly to MSHSL season start/end dates and rules regarding out-of-season coaching.
  • Assist with post-season planning, including awards distribution, certificate requests, and post-season reporting as requested by the Activities Director and Head Coach.
  • Perform other program-related duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Activities Director.

Qualifications & Competencies

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior gymnastics coaching experience at the middle school, high school, club, or youth level.
• High school, club, or collegiate gymnastics competing experience.
• Strong background in safe spotting practices across all gymnastics events.

Core Competencies

• Character-Driven Leadership: Proven ability to teach and model responsibility, resilience, integrity, and sportsmanship.
• Effective Partnering: Strong interpersonal skills for engaging constructively with parents, school staff, judges, and community members.

Positive Energy & Commitment

High level of enthusiasm and dedication to helping gymnasts safely reach their personal and team goals.

Non-Benefit Eligible

The policy of the schooldistrict is to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.