Gymnastics Coordinator - Jackie Robinson

YMCA of San Diego County; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of San Diego County seeks a part-time Gymnastics Coordinator to support the gymnastics department. You will manage safety, scheduling, and program delivery for children 2–17 years old, and lead team practices as needed.

You will coordinate with directors, supervise staff, and communicate updates to parents while ensuring engaging, inclusive classes and adherence to YMCA safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; specialized gymnastics training helps.
• Minimum 3+ years coaching gymnastics or leadership in related programs.
• Familiarity with safety rules and program delivery for children 2–17 years old.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety, class scheduling, staff coordination, and program delivery.
• Run daily gymnastics department operations in absence of Gymnastics Director.
• Teach all levels of classes for children aged 2–17 and lead team practices when needed.
• Provide participant evaluations to ensure proper class placement by skill level.
• Serve as point of contact for parents regarding schedules and program updates.
• Collaborate with Camp and Gymnastics directors to organize daily activities and equipment needs.
• Develop teardown and scheduling plans ensuring safety regulations and code of conduct.
• Represent the Gymnastics division in YMCA campaigns and community events.
• Support staff scheduling, training, and branch events; lead monthly staff meetings.

Skills

Coaching

Safety awareness

Parent communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Specialized gymnastics training

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

The Gymnastics Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the overall success of the gymnastics department by managing key operational areas and delivering high-quality program. This position is responsible for ensuring the effective execution of gymnastics classes and team practices for children, while maintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment. In the absence of the Gymnastics Director, the Gymnastics Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for safety compliance, staff coordination, class scheduling, program delivery and collaborating with department leaders. The Gymnastics Coordinator also provides leadership in staff scheduling, training, and performance discussions, facilitates monthly staff meetings, and represents the gymnastics program at YMCA campaigns and community events.

For information on Y Employee Perks, click on this link:Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)

Schedule

Schedule will vary - will require some evening & weekend availability

Will be about 10 hours per week of administrative work and 5 - 10 hours of coaching/teaching

• This position will supervise the Dance and Gymnastics Programs

Responsibilities

• Manages key areas such as safety, class scheduling, staff coordination, and gymnastics program delivery to ensure program is effectively being executed
• Oversees the daily operations of the gymnastics department in the absence of the Gymnastics Director, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning
• Teaches all levels of classes for children 2-17 years of age, including leading team practice when needed
• Provides participant evaluations to determine participants are classified accurately in class according to their skills and abilities
• Be the point of contact for parents when communicating gymnastics program and class schedules updates
• Collaborates with Camp and Gymnastics directors to develop and organize daily operations of gymnastics activities that ensure adaptive equipment and resources are available to all participants
• Develops teardown and schedules outline in the absence of the Gymnastics Director to ensuring adherence to all safety regulations and YMCA’s code of conduct
• Participates in YMCA campaigns and community events as needed in representation of the Gymnastics division
• Provides support on staff related issues pertaining to scheduling, training, and branch events
• Organizes and leads the monthly gymnastics staff meetings
• Basic knowledge of level 1-6 USAG program
• Ability to adequately observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations and apply appropriate policies and procedures
• Physical ability to safely spot, lead, demonstrate, and interact in group activities
• Visual and auditory ability and physical capacity to quickly identify, assess, and respond effectively to critical incidents and emergencies
• Ability to provide efficient workflow, managing tasks, prioritizing deadlines, and maintaining order
• Proficiency in office software, including Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant applications
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Formal education, usually obtained by a High School Diploma/GED, or training that ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance, supplemented by specialized training in competitive gymnastics, acrobats, or a related field
• 3+ years' of work experience as a Gymnastics Coach, acrobatics, competitive gymnastics leader or related field

YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego CountyOffice of Labor Standards and Enforcement.

Pay Range

USD $22.64 - USD $27.17 /Hr.