FALL COACHING POSITIONS - Gymnastics Varsity Coach - WHS

Young World Physical Education; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 3,851 - 4,200; Part time

Job summary

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. Starting date: Aug 31, 2026.

Application deadline: Posted until filled. Salary: $3,851 to $4,200 Stipend. Position type: After school/Evening. The role requires CORI and fingerprint background checks, NFHS Concussion in Sports certification, CPR, and residency/citizenship

Qualifications

• Emotional stability and ability to be a role model for students.
• Knowledge of and ability to teach gymnastics theory and practice to secondary students.
• Emphasis on teamwork, good sportsmanship, and adherence to sport rules.
• Willingness to coordinate with other activities and staff.
• Ability to work five days a week during the season.
• Must complete background checks and certifications (NFHS concussion, CPR) and residency/citizenship requirements.

Responsibilities

• Be present from the first tryout day until the last day of the season, with practices or competitions five days a week.
• Supervise teams at all times.
• Collect all uniforms and equipment at season end.
• Maintain fair, unprejudiced relationships with athletes and ensure their welfare.

Skills

Emotional stability

Role model

Team play

Sportsmanship

Cooperation

Coaching knowledge

Job description

FALL COACHING POSITIONS – Gymnastics Varsity Coach – WHS

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.

Application deadline: Posted until filled

Starting date: Aug 31, 2026

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

Position type: After school/Evening

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.

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

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