Job Location: SGA Burien – Burien, WA 98148
Salary Range: $21.30 - $25.00 hourly
At Seattle Gymnastics Academy, we operate programs under three categories: Play, Learn and Compete. Our Recreational classes, under the Learn umbrella, are at the heart of what we do—teaching strength, skill, and character through gymnastics. As a Recreational Coach, you will help kids of all ages, genders and abilities discover their own strength and confidence. Perhaps you were a gymnast yourself, enjoy watching the Olympics, or are new to the sport but love teaching and being a positive figure in kids’ lives.
This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to work in a fun and dynamic environment.
SGA Offers:
- Closures and breaks for most holidays and/or school breaks so staff and gymnasts can spend time with family and friends.
- Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, Health Savings Account, 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Paid Time Off, Paid Family Leave and more.
- Customised training based on your learning style, with a comprehensive training program that sets you up for success as an instructor.
- Multiple locations across Greater Seattle – Ballard, Burien, Columbia City, and Lake City.
- Free adult classes for your own fitness.
- Discounts for class tuition and academic preschool enrollment for immediate family members.
- An energetic work environment with plenty of opportunities for career growth.
SGA Coaches are responsible for:
- Teaching progressive gymnastics classes in one of our many departments – Preschool, Recreational, Trampoline & Tumbling, and more. Many instructors work in multiple departments, teaching a wide range of ages and levels, and we will work with you to determine your best fit.
- Creating your own lesson plans that are purposeful in teaching progressive gymnastics, aligned with the skill chart per level. You will get to be creative while we provide resources, training and state‑of‑the‑art equipment.
- Maintaining a consistent attendance of class schedules (once set). We work with coaches to ensure schedules are compatible with personal availability, and ask that coaches honor their commitments.
- Tracking skill development and communicating with parents about their child’s progression, through both face‑to‑face chats and progress chart updates in our online platform.
- Participating in paid training opportunities such as SGA University courses, USA Gymnastics clinics, and sessions offered by in‑house trainers.
- Assisting with light cleaning duties to keep gyms fresh and ready for the next round of classes.
Qualifications – SGA is looking for:
- A desire to promote a positive learning environment for every child.
- Responsibility, reliability, consistency, and a leadership example for peers and gymnasts.
- Minimum one year as a gymnastics coach or previous experience as a gymnast preferred.
- Basic knowledge in gymnastics progressions preferred.
- Enthusiasm for working with kids with a safe, positive, and engaging demeanor.
- Desire to work as part of an energetic team unified in our mission, vision, and values.
- Experience working with a gym or other kid‑friendly environment preferred.
- Experience in a high‑paced, team‑oriented setting.
- Effective communication with children and adults.
- Comfort with various noise levels; facility can be active.
- Ability to walk on uneven surfaces; necessary on gymnastics floor.
- Desire to grow within the organization.
- Part‑time evening shifts (3pm‑9pm) and weekend shifts (8:30am‑5:00pm) available.
- Comfortable spotting gymnasts and lifting up to 50pounds.
- Availability on one weekend day and consistent evenings on weekdays.