FALL COACHING POSITIONS - Gymnastics Varsity Coach - WHS

Schoolsofwestfield; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 3,900 - 4,200; Part time

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools is seeking a Gymnastics Varsity Coach for the Fall 2026 season at Westfield High School. The stipend is commensurate with the Unit A contract (Appendix B), with no additional benefits.

The start and end of the season follow MIAA rules and city health regulations, and background checks plus safety certifications are required. The position is after school/evening, with a stipend ranging from $3,851 to $4,200 for the season.

Qualifications

• Emotional stability required for coaching students.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model for students.
• Knowledge of theory and practice of gymnastics for secondary students.
• Emphasis on team play, rules compliance and sportsmanship.
• Ability to work cooperatively with coaching staff and school administrators.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach gymnastics varsity activities after school/evening.
• Attend practices and competitions five days a week when scheduled.
• Ensure student safety, fairness and proper conduct during events.
• Maintain equipment and manage uniforms at season end.
• Adhere to school, league and health regulations throughout the season.

Skills

Emotional stability

Role model for students

Sport theory and practice

Team play & sportsmanship

Cooperation with coaching staff

Job description

FALL COACHING POSITIONS - Gymnastics Varsity Coach - WHS

Job Details

Job ID: 5818987

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 07, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Westfield Public Schools is currently accepting applications for Gymnastics Varsity Coach for Westfield High School Fall 2026 Season.

Stipend commensurate with Westfield Public Schools Unit A contract, Appendix B. No benefits.

This position subject to funding and the following conditions:

• The start and end of the season is determined by MIAA and subject to the City of Westfield Board of Health rules and regulations.
• The COVID19 pandemic situation in the City of Westfield may impact the season.

Position Type: After school/Evening

Salary: $3,851 to $4,200 Stipend

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

Qualities and characteristics looked for in the above vacancies are as follows:

• Emotional stability
• Ability and willingness to serve as role model for students
• Knowledge of and ability to teach the theory and practice of the sport within the abilities of secondary school-age students
• Emphasis on team play, obedience to rules, good sportsmanship, and knowledge of the sport
• Consideration for other sports activities in the school
• Ability to work cooperatively with other members of the coaching staff and with school administrators

All coaches are expected to:

• Abide by the rules of the school as specified in the student handbook, the MIAA, the PVIAC, the MVADA, and the rules of the sport.
• Be present from the first tryout day until the last day of the season; with team participation (practices or competition) at a minimum five days a week.
• Supervise your teams at all times.
• Collect all uniforms and equipment from their athletes at the end of each season.
• Maintain a fair, unprejudiced relationship with the athletes and have their physical and mental welfare in consideration at all times.

All hired coaches are required to complete the following PRIOR TO WORKING WITH ANY STUDENTS:

• CORI background check
• Fingerprint-based state and national background check (Chapter 459 of the Acts of 2012, as amended by Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2013 - An Act Relative to Background Checks)
• Complete the Annual NFHS Concussion in Sports Certification
• All coaches shall have a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross or other agency or organization approved by the department of public health. This requirement shall not apply to a coach with a physical disability.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Greg Vouros
• 177 Montgomery Road
• Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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