Gymnastics Coach - FT - La Jolla

The Gymnastics Coach is responsible for the delivery of quality gymnastics classes, regular communication with parents, and maintaining a safe environment while incorporating the YMCA’s Mission and Core Values. The YMCA of San Diego County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. We are committed to a diverse workforce.

• Must be 16 or older
• Previous experience working with children between 3 and 14 years of age preferred
• Previous gymnastics coaching experience a plus
• Previous experience as a teacher in child care, child education, child development is a plus
• Ability to adequately observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations and apply appropriate policies and procedures
• The physical ability to safely spot, lead, demonstrate, and interact in group activities
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation
• CPR/AED and First Aid, must include both Adult & Child/Infant, certified within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following certifying organizations:
  • American Red Cross
  • American Heart Association
  • American Safety & Health Institute

• General office administration duties ( 10 Hours )
• Gymnastics coaching (30 Hours)
• Manages department schedule and arranges birthday parties, events, classes etc.
• Conducts organized and safe daily workouts in preparation for competition
• Responsible for effective and positive communication with parents, staff and gymnasts, including leading regular meetings with parents and staff
• Teach assigned classes, following all lesson plans and rotation schedule
• Prepare creative and fun lesson plans and session outlines prior to each class
• Complete progression chart for each participant in the class and advance participants from one level to next through outlined evaluation procedures
• Maintain a basic knowledge of equipment use and safety checks
• Keep equipment in good condition
• Stay informed about the program specifics such as session dates, prices, classes, days, and times
• Work with the program director to ensure all participants are registered and in the correct class
• Maintain accurate records of class attendance
• Distribute certificates of achievement and program evaluations to class participants
• Maintain quality and safety in all classes, including an instructor-to-participant ratio of 1:8
• Identify, train, and develop leaders within the group of participants (class assistants)
• Show enthusiasm, leadership, fairness, and fun through coaching style
• Communicate with parents regarding program evaluations and participant progress
• Attend training events and instructor clinics when made available
• Encourage positive social skills and appropriate behavior