Gymnastics Assistant Team Coach

Keene YMCA; Keene, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Keene Family YMCA in Keene, NH is seeking a part-time Gymnastics Assistant Team Coach to provide high-quality coaching for all gymnastics levels in a safe, educational environment. You will also communicate effectively with team parents and coaches to support the Y’s mission.

The role emphasizes building confidence, supervising participants, and collaborating with the Head Coach to implement lesson plans while upholding YMCA values.

Qualifications

• Fundamental knowledge of gymnastics skills and the ability to demonstrate them.
• Must know proper use of gymnastics equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to lift equipment and spot children.
• Provide hands-on spotting and precise feedback to gymnasts.
• Adapt drills to meet varying skill levels.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with members, participants, volunteers and guests.
• Lead safe, energizing group lessons under supervision.
• Answer questions and support members in wellness goals.
• Supervise and instruct gymnastic participants per YMCA policies.
• Develop lesson plans and communicate program information.
• Attend staff meetings and events.
• Set up and maintain class equipment and housekeeping in gym area.
• Uphold YMCA policies and code of conduct.
• Fulfill other functions as needed by YMCA Administration.

Skills

Gymnastics basics

Spotting

Teaching

Communication

Tools

Gym equipment knowledge

Job description

Description

KEENE FAMILY YMCA Job Description

Job Title: Gymnastics Assistant Team Coach Pay Grade: 5

FLSA Status: Part Time-Non-Exempt Pay Range: $13.60-$17.01-$20.41

Reports to: Gymnastics Coordinator Revision Date: 3.18.2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

Supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Build members and the community’s understanding of the YMCA’s cause and impact.

This position provides professional and high-quality coaching to all levels of the gymnastics team in a safe, educational, and fun environment, while also providing effective communication between team parents and coaches.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: more than anything else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Builds personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests. While exemplifying the Y’s commitment to the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility and responds to all members and community inquiries in a timely manner.
2. Leads energizing, fun, culturally aware, safe, and educational group lessons, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
3. Answers questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
4. Provide direct supervision and instruction to gymnastic participants in accordance with the YMCA Best practices, policies and procedures.
5. Assist with developing lesson plans and collaborate with Head Coach and other coaches with their implementation. Convey program information, surveys, and annual campaigns to participants.
6. Participates in staff meetings, training, events, reviews, and other scheduled events.
7. Set-up and maintain class equipment use and configuration and accountable for housekeeping in the gymnastics area, bleachers, cubbies, and program closet.
8. Upholds all YMCA policies, procedures, standards, and code of conduct.
9. Fulfills any other functions designated by the YMCA Administration.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Fundamental knowledge of gymnastics skills and the ability to demonstrate them.
2. Must have knowledge of proper use of gymnastics equipment.
3. Must be able to implement oral and written instructions.
4. Ability to lift equipment and spot children.
5. Provide hands‑on spotting, corrections, and individualized feedback to help gymnasts build confidence and refine technique.
6. Adapt drills and progressions to meet athletes where they are, supporting a range of skill levels and learning styles.
7. 1-2 years of previous gymnastics or related coaching or teaching experience.
8. 1-2 years of previous experience working with children
9. 5+ years of gymnastics or related coaching or teaching experience is preferred.