Gymnastics Assistant Coach

YMCA of Greater Brandywine; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family YMCA membership

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Continuing education reimbursement

Unlimited referral bonus

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is seeking a dedicated individual to create and conduct gymnastics practices, support team activities, and advocate for YMCA values. The role requires competitive gymnastics or gym instruction experience, and candidates must be at least 18 years old.

Join our team to foster youth potential and enjoy benefits like free family YMCA membership, comprehensive health insurance, and generous retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Obtain all certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire.
• Additional certifications as required by YMCA or USAG gymnastics.

Responsibilities

• Create and conduct gymnastics practices.
• Assist coaching staff in meet activities.
• Maintain records such as attendance and progress reports.

Skills

Competitive gymnastics experience

Gym instruction experience

Effective communication

Job description

Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure

Who Are We?

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non‑profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life‑changing programs for all.

Perks & Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full‑time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings and optional 403B retirement savings plan.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00

What You’ll Do

• Creates and conducts gymnastics practices as assigned by the supervisor.
• Assists other coaching staff in supporting practices, meets and other team activities, keeping the program goals in mind.
• May maintain records as required (attendance, progress reports, etc.)
• Actively promotes YMCA Character Development and Core Values.
• Presents a professional image at all times.
• Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You'll Need

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Competitive gymnastics experience or gym instruction experience highly preferred.
• Obtain and maintain all new hires certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire.
• Any additional certifications as required by the YMCA or USAG gymnastics.

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard. Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility. Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness. See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.