Elite Gymnastics Team Coach – Lead Practices & Competitions

Edwardsville YMCA; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwardsville YMCA seeks a Gymnastics Team Head Coach to lead the Bronze and above competitive program, planning practices, preparing athletes for meets, and mentoring assistant coaches. The role promotes a safe, positive culture aligned with the YMCA mission and youth development.

Responsibilities include organizing practices, developing routines, evaluating readiness, and maintaining equipment safety, while ensuring compliance with USA Gymnastics rules and SafeSport requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum of two years of competitive gymnastics coaching experience.
• Current USA Gymnastics Professional Membership and SafeSport certification required or ability to obtain prior to coaching.
• Current CPR/AED, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, and YMCA-required certifications or ability to obtain within established timeframes.
• Thorough knowledge of USA Gymnastics rules, spotting techniques, and athlete safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead Bronze and Above team practices and collaborate with the Director of Gymnastics to set vision, culture, and competitive goals.
• Plan, organize, and lead practices that develop confident, skilled athletes with teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Develop athletes through progressive instruction, technique, conditioning, and safe progression.
• Prepare athletes for competitions by developing routines, evaluating readiness, and providing coaching during meets.
• Supervise and mentor assistant coaches, establish coaching standards, and promote a positive athlete-centered culture.
• Maintain relationships with families to support athlete development and exceptional YMCA experience.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational

Interpersonal

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in recreation/kinesiology/education/sports management

Job description

Edwardsville YMCA seeks a Gymnastics Team Head Coach to lead the Bronze and above competitive program, planning practices, preparing athletes for meets, and mentoring assistant coaches. The role promotes a safe, positive culture aligned with the YMCA mission and youth development.

Responsibilities include organizing practices, developing routines, evaluating readiness, and maintaining equipment safety, while ensuring compliance with USA Gymnastics rules and SafeSport requirements.