Youth Gymnastics Coach — Inspire & Develop Talent

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is seeking a part-time Assistant Coach to develop youth gymnasts under the Head Gymnastics Coach. The role emphasizes safety, skill development, and positive engagement with members and families.

Responsibilities include delivering age-appropriate practice plans, maintaining supervision, providing constructive feedback, and promoting character development in line with YMCA policies. CPR/AED/First Aid certifications and 2+ years coaching experience are required.

Qualifications

• Current certification in instruction for Gymnastics or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years prior experience in Gymnastics coaching.
• Certifications: CPR, AED, First Aid.
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.

Responsibilities

• Instructs a group of youth participants in accordance with YMCA guidelines and having prepared practice plans accordingly; while maintaining constant surveillance of all program participants emphasizing the importance of safety.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Provides positive, encouraging and specific feedback on a regular basis with regard to technique.
• Uses teachable moments to discuss character development and provides constructive feedback during practice session using positive motivation techniques.
• Communicates information to parents in a positive and supportive manner.
• Attends meetings, clinics, banquets, fundraisers, team social functions and events as required and needed.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Utilize equipment appropriately with activities and incorporate skill development. Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Clean up area after each session. Reports damaged equipment.
• Keeps Head Coach appraised of situations requiring their attention.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Gymnastics coaching

Safety awareness

Communication with parents

Education

Gymnastics instruction certification

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Job description

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is seeking a part-time Assistant Coach to develop youth gymnasts under the Head Gymnastics Coach. The role emphasizes safety, skill development, and positive engagement with members and families.

Responsibilities include delivering age-appropriate practice plans, maintaining supervision, providing constructive feedback, and promoting character development in line with YMCA policies. CPR/AED/First Aid certifications and 2+ years coaching experience are required.