Gymnastics Class Instructor/Coach

Part Time Afternoons Opportunity!

Gymnastics Instructor/Class Coach – Join Our Award-Winning Team!

Are you an experienced gymnastics coach or former competitive gymnast eager to share your skills? Passionate about the sport and ready to grow as a coach? Join our top-tier gymnastics program and make a real impact!

What You’ll Do:

• Coach athletes of all levels—from preschool to school-age recreational classes
• Teach proper technique in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment
• Be a positive role model for athletes and help them develop their full potential
• Work closely with staff, parents, and members as part of a supportive team

What We’re Looking For:

• Prior gymnastics coaching experience or competitive gymnastics background
• Enthusiastic, team-oriented, and committed to athlete development
• Technical knowledge and a focus on safety and communication

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Thorough training and ongoing support
• First-rate facilities
• Free individual Y membership
• A chance to be part of a respected, award-winning program

Ready to do what you love and give back to the sport? Work some or all of the available shifts listed below. Apply today and help lead the next generation of gymnasts!

Some additional duties for the Gymnastics Coach include, but are not limited to:

• Regularly work M-F 3pm - 6:30pm and Saturday 9:45am - 1:15pm
• Keep accurate class attendance records and follow up with supervisor and parents as needed regarding attendance and/or gymnast’s progress.
• Know, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the gymnastics training areas.
• Communicate with all participants and parents regarding schedules, trainings, classes, in a timely manner.
• Work closely with Gymnastics Director, Coaches, and other staff to ensure proper class management and instruction.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and coaching techniques.

Qualifications:

• Professional, friendly, effective verbal and written communication skills
• 1-3 Years Gymnastics Coaching experience or desire to learn gymnastics coaching
• Current CPR/AED, Coaches Safety Training Certifications, USA Gymnastics membership (We will help you obtain these certifications)
• Punctual and reliable with ability to fulfill all coaching responsibilities.
• Must possess auditory, verbal, and visual capabilities to monitor team environment effectively.

Working Conditions:

• Sit, stand, or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time, including continuous physical endurance between 1-4 hours.
• Frequently required to climb, kneel, reach, push, balance, crouch, pull, grasp, stoop, crawl, lift and talk.
• Subject to moderate noise levels.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

The Darien YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Gym membership
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Experience:

• Gymnastics: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Darien, CT 06820 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $18 - $22