Gymnastics Coach

Greater Somerset County YMCA, Inc.; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE Individual Membership Access to a

10% Discount on programming

Y Retirement Fund

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive community

Job summary

Greater Somerset County YMCA in Somerset County, New Jersey is seeking a part-time gymnastics coach to lead YMCA sessions in alignment with USA Gymnastics and YMCA standards. The role emphasizes safety, skill development, and a positive environment for gymnasts and families.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of coaching experience, strong gymnastics knowledge, ability to spot skills, and willingness to obtain USAG safety certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge of gymnastics; 2–3 years coaching/competitive experience.
• Ability to concentrate and attend to details.
• Ability to spot and physically assist gymnasts during skills.
• USAG Safety Certification preferred (within 90 days).
• Experience working with male or female gymnasts and understanding differences in competition styles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct YMCA gymnastics instruction following USA Gymnastics and YMCA standards.
• Ensure adherence to progressive or competitive standards and quality.
• Provide a safe environment and youth protection policies.
• Encourage gymnasts to enjoy the YMCA experience.
• Evaluate skills and complete progress reports; communicate with parents.
• Use positive coaching to develop skills and uphold program edge.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings; wear YMCA attire and name tag.
• Provide excellent service to members and families.
• Manage participant behavior with supervision and parents.

Skills

Gymnastics knowledge

Coaching experience

Concentration

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

USAG Safety Certification (preferred, within 90 days)

Job description

Description

An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million.

The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conduct YMCA program instruction in accordance with USA Gymnastics and YMCA of the USA program standards.
• Ensure adherence to YMCA progressive or competitive standards and quality.
• Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn YMCA gymnastics programs. Be an advocate for child abuse prevention and be well versed in YMCA and USA Gymnastics policies around youth protection.
• Encourage and support gymnasts to provide an enjoyable YMCA experience.
• Evaluate program skills; complete progress reports for each session; complete communications for parents. Incorporate character development objectives into the program to reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
• Follow approved positive support techniques to develop and refine gymnast’s skills.
• Always strive to enhance the program and uphold the competitive edge of the program. Provide stern but encouraging coaching in which gymnasts feel motivated to achieve their goals and compete at even higher levels.
• Participate as a part of the YMCA staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment. Respect others by arriving on time and in accordance with schedule. Wear proper attire and name tag in accordance with YMCA standards. Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Provide excellent service to members and participants. Help foster a positive environment for both gymnasts and families.
• Manage participant behavior using collaborative approach with supervision and parents.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent knowledge of gymnastics. Ideally 2-3 years of experience in instructing and/or years of competitive gymnastics experience as an athlete.
• Ability to perform activities which require sustained concentration and attention.
• Ability to physically assist (spot) individuals through skills with a clear understanding of developing a gymnast.
• USAG Safety Certification Preferred (must obtain within 90 days of hire).
• Experience working with male gymnasts (as a Boys' Team Coach) or female gymnasts (as a Girls' Team Coach) and the understanding of differences between the two competition styles.

Benefits of working part-time at GSCY include

• FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
• 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.