Gymnastics Coach — Develop Skills, Character & Team Spirit

Greater Somerset County YMCA, Inc.; Somerville (NJ); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Discount on programming

Retirement program access

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive community

Job summary

Greater Somerset County YMCA, Inc. in Somerville, NJ is seeking a part-time gymnastics coach to lead YMCA programs and ensure high-quality instruction in a safe, inclusive environment.

You will work with youth across skill levels, apply USA Gymnastics standards, and coordinate with parents and staff to promote positive development. The role requires gymnastics expertise, 2–3 years of coaching experience, and USAG safety certification (to be obtained within 90 days).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge of gymnastics.
• 2–3 years of instruction and/or competitive gymnastics experience.
• USAG Safety Certification preferred (within 90 days of hire).
• Experience coaching boys or girls and understanding differences in competition styles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct YMCA gymnastics program instruction per USA Gymnastics and YMCA standards.
• Ensure adherence to progressive or competitive standards and quality.
• Provide a safe environment and act as an advocate for child protection policies.
• Encourage and support gymnasts to enjoy YMCA programs.
• Evaluate skills and complete progress reports for each session; communicate with parents.
• Use positive support techniques to develop and refine gymnasts' skills.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required; cooperate with other staff.
• Provide excellent service to members and participants and foster a positive environment.
• Manage participant behavior collaboratively with supervision and parents.

Skills

Gymnastics knowledge

Instructing experience

Spotting techniques

USAG safety certification

Boys' gymnastics coaching

Girls' gymnastics coaching

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Greater Somerset County YMCA, Inc. in Somerville, NJ is seeking a part-time gymnastics coach to lead YMCA programs and ensure high-quality instruction in a safe, inclusive environment.

You will work with youth across skill levels, apply USA Gymnastics standards, and coordinate with parents and staff to promote positive development. The role requires gymnastics expertise, 2–3 years of coaching experience, and USAG safety certification (to be obtained within 90 days).