Gymnastics Program Lead & Head Coach

YMCA of Greater Brandywine; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family YMCA membership, including

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Babysitting while you work

12% retirement contribution

EAP

Continuing education reimbursement

Career development and training

Referral bonus

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Brandywine in West Chester, PA is seeking an Associate Gymnastics Coach to lead age-group competitive programs for youth ages 5-18, oversee season planning and meet entries, and ensure a safe, inclusive environment.

You will recruit, train and supervise staff and volunteers, manage budgets, curriculum development, and help expand gymnastics programming while upholding USAG and YMCA standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred.
• Competitive Gymnastics Experience for a minimum of 5 years preferred.
• Must have at least 5 years of coaching experience with gymnasts of all ages.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• YMCA and USAG coaches’ credential or obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to demonstrate all gymnastic elements.
• Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff required.
• Must be fluent in spoken and written English.
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire.
• Display a positive and professional attitude and possess strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coach age group (12 and Under) programming.
• Communicate with 12 and Under members and parents on a regular basis.
• Assist Director of Gymnastics with building a season plan (including meets) and implement.
• Maintain team database and all 12 and Under meet entries.
• Staff age group accordingly to need as well as training.
• Administration duties such as account management, registrations, USAG programs implementation.
• Develop and deliver a high quality, mission focused, YMCA age group competitive gymnastic program for youth ages 5-18.
• Manage coaching schedules and vacation schedules, ensuring coverage at all times.
• Assist in recruitment and retention of program participants.
• Develop and oversee the practice schedule of all levels, attend all meets and support the entire competitive program.
• Facilitating summer gymnastics program.
• Create new opportunities for our athletes to improve the experience.
• Manage and organize participation, registration and logistics of gymnasts at all gymnastic meets.
• Creating home gymnastic meets, meet manager duties, as well as team entries.
• Create and organize volunteers for events and being point of contact for volunteer communication for our dual meets.
• Teach and instruct participants through use of an appropriate curriculum that addresses the skill levels of all participants and assures the program is inclusive and welcoming for all.
• Follow association guidelines related to budget, travel and meet participation.
• Coordinates vacation outside of the competitive season responsibilities.
• Assists with annual campaign activities.
• Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Coaching experience

Staff recruitment and training

Budget control

Curriculum development

Staff supervision

Communication with members and parents

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience

Job description

YMCA of Greater Brandywine in West Chester, PA is seeking an Associate Gymnastics Coach to lead age-group competitive programs for youth ages 5-18, oversee season planning and meet entries, and ensure a safe, inclusive environment.

You will recruit, train and supervise staff and volunteers, manage budgets, curriculum development, and help expand gymnastics programming while upholding USAG and YMCA standards.