Head Coach, Club Gymnastics

Brown University; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 6,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

Brown University Athletics and Recreation in Providence, RI, seeks a Head Coach for the new Club Gymnastics program. This part-time, 10-month position will instruct gymnasts at practices, develop competition strategies, and coordinate travel and meet logistics.

The role is onsite with 10 scheduled hours weekly, Grade 8, Seasonal/Intermittent. A Bachelor's degree is preferred and USA Gymnastics certification is encouraged, along with collegiate coaching experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Gymnastics coaching experience, preferably at college level.
• USA Gymnastics certification preferred.
• Ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Instruct gymnasts at practice and plan competitions.
• Coordinate travel and competition logistics.
• Assist with program growth and development.
• Comply with NCAA, Ivy League rules and safety protocols.

Skills

Gymnastics coaching

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

USA Gymnastics certification preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Internet

Email

Job description

Job Description: Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the Head Coach, Club Gymnastics. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 34 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-DI). Brown Gymnastics Club is looking to hire a head seasonal coach to help build and grow this new club sport at Brown. The primary functions of this position will be to instruct gymnasts at practice, strategize for competitions, and coordinate travel and competition logistics. This is a part-time 10-month position with varied work hours.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Gymnastics coaching experience, preferably at the college level
• USA Gymnastics certification preferred
• Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.

Job Competencies

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication & computer skills, necessary
• Demonstrated ability to work with and relate well to students
• Strong work ethic, passion for the profession and commitment to student-athletes
• Basic proficiency in excel, word, internet & email capabilities.
• Experience with electronic medical records system, helpful.

Background Check – Criminal, Education All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown. All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties. Employees in coaching positions must receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting by the compliance office and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division).

Benefits of Working at Brown

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Recruiting Start Date

2026-06-09

Job Posting Title

Head Coach, Club Gymnastics

Department

Athletics and Recreation

Grade

Grade 8

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Time Type

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

10

Position Work Location

Onsite

Submission Guidelines

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on‑site, hybrid, or remote. Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C. Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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