Gymnastics Coach (Parties)

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 56,482,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Connecticut Coast YMCA is seeking a Gymnastics Coach to provide on-deck leadership for the gymnastics program, coaching athletes across pre-team and competitive levels. You will plan practices, mentor staff, coordinate meets, communicate with families, and ensure a safe, inclusive environment aligned with YMCA policies.

The role emphasizes skill development, safety, and positive team culture, with requirements including age 21+ and USA Gymnastics credentials.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 21 with 4+ years’ experience coaching competitive gymnastics.
• Ability to teach and spot Levels 3–7; Level 8–10 preferred.
• Strong organization, planning, and customer-service skills; ability to lead staff and communicate with athletes and families.
• Membership with USA Gymnastics and CPR/AED/First Aid certification; background check.

Responsibilities

• Model YMCA core values with athletes, families, staff.
• Plan practice cycles across vault, bars, beam, floor using USAG progressions.
• Lead meet planning and logistics; coordinate with Parents Club.
• Evaluate athlete placement and progress; track attendance and goals.
• Maintain equipment readiness; oversee inspections and maintenance reporting.
• Mentor assistant coaches to ensure safety and teaching standards.
• Respond to incidents; instruct emergency procedures.
• Follow YMCA policies and abuse-prevention protocols.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and association events; represent YMCA positively.

Skills

Organization

Planning

Customer service

Staff leadership

Communication

Education

USA Gymnastics membership

CPR/AED and First Aid

USAG background check

Job description

• Location Lakewood-Trumbull YMCA,20 Trefoil Drive,Trumbull, CT, 06611,United States
• Base Pay $19.87 - $24.84 / Hour
• Job Category Coaching & Skill Development, Safety & Participant Supervision, Program Support & Team Engagement
• Employee Type Non-Exempt PT

• Phone [phone] x 2714

Description

This position supports the mission and work of the Y by providing on-deck leadership for the gymnastics program, coaching athletes across pre-team and competitive levels using USA Gymnastics progressions. Plans and leads practices and meet preparation, mentors coaching staff, partners with families, and ensures a safe, inclusive environment aligned with YMCA policies and Association standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Model the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with athletes, families, staff, and volunteers.
• Plan practice cycles and daily training across vault, bars, beam, and floor; use USAG progressions and effective spotting to advance skills safely.
• Lead meet planning and logistics (home/away), including schedules, rosters, travel details, and session assignments; coordinate with Parents Club as appropriate.
• Evaluate athlete placement and readiness; track attendance, scores, and progress; communicate goals and expectations to athletes and families.
• Maintain equipment readiness and training spaces; complete/oversee routine apparatus inspections and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Mentor and direct assistant coaches and instructors to ensure consistent teaching standards, safety practices, and positive team culture.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to incidents/emergencies; complete required documentation; instruct participants in emergency procedures.
• Follow YMCA policies, emergency procedures, and mandated reporting/abuse-prevention protocols.
• Participate in required meetings, trainings, and Association events; represent the YMCA positively in league/meet communications.

Requirements

• Minimum age 21 with four (4)+ years’ experience coaching competitive gymnastics (head or assistant coach).
• Demonstrated ability to teach and spot compulsory/optional skills (Levels 3–7 required; Level 8–10 preferred).
• Strong organization, planning, and customer-service skills; ability to lead staff and communicate effectively with athletes and families.
• Professional Membership with USA Gymnastics (or obtained per Association timeline), USAG background check, and U101: Safety & Risk Management. Current CPR/AED and First Aid (or within Association timeframe).

Summary

The Gymnastics Coach provides leadership for the YMCA gymnastics program, coaching athletes across pre-team and competitive levels while supporting skill development, safe training, and competition preparation. This role plans and leads practices, mentors coaching staff, coordinates meets, communicates with athletes and families, and ensures a safe, inclusive environment that reflects YMCA values, policies, and standards.

Central Connecticut Coast YMCA is an Affinity Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.