Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!
We believe that great people build great communities.
We are looking for a passionate gymnastics leader to oversee our competitive team, instructional gymnastics programs, camps, and special events. This role combines coaching, program leadership, staff development, and participant engagement to create exceptional experiences for gymnasts and families while growing one of the YMCA's premier youth programs.
Some rewards for joining our team:
- Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
- 50% off programming including swimming lessons as well as childcare programs (early learning care, before and after care, day camp and overnight camp).
- Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y - it's awesome!
- Comprehensive benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, and paid time off
What is needed for this job as our Gymnastics Team & Program Director:
- Experience coaching competitive gymnastics and teaching recreational gymnastics programs
- Experience leading staff, volunteers, or program operations
- Knowledge of gymnastics safety standards and athlete development
- Ability to plan and coordinate multiple programs, events, and schedules simultaneously
- Current gymnastics, CPR, First Aid, or other required certifications, or the ability to obtain them
The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Gymnastics Team & Program Director:
- Coach and develop YMCA gymnastics team athletes through quality instruction and competitive preparation
- Lead and grow instructional gymnastics programs for participants of all ages and skill levels
- Oversee gymnastics birthday parties, camps, clinics, and special events
- Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and support gymnastics instructors, coaches, volunteers, and party staff
- Coordinate class schedules, team practices, facility usage, and special events
- Develop new programs and initiatives that increase participation, retention, and program quality
- Monitor participant progress and maintain positive communication with families
- Ensure gymnastics spaces, equipment, and programs meet YMCA safety and quality standards
- Support participant enrollment, retention, and community engagement efforts
- Partner with Marketing to promote gymnastics programs, camps, events, and team activities
- Maintain program records, schedules, attendance, and required documentation
- Collaborate with YMCA leadership to evaluate program performance and identify opportunities for growth
What you can expect:
- Support from an experienced program leadership team
- Opportunities to expand and shape a growing gymnastics program
- The ability to coach athletes while developing future instructors and leaders
- Meaningful work helping children build confidence, strength, and lifelong skills
YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status.
After reading this, if you're thinking "this is me," we want to meet you!
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The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.
