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About the Role
The YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester is seeking passionate, knowledgeable, and positive coaches for its Tumblettes competitive gymnastics program. This role involves developing athletes' skills, building their confidence, and contributing to a supportive team culture. You will mentor young athletes and be part of an organization committed to empowering youth through sport.
Responsibilities
- Coach gymnasts across USAG Development Program Levels 2–9 and Xcel Bronze through Sapphire.
- Teach progressive skill development, strength, flexibility, and proper technique.
- Lead practices across Vault, Bars, Beam, and Floor.
- Safely and confidently spot athletes at a variety of skill levels.
- Develop training plans, conditioning programs, and competition preparation cycles.
- Help athletes set goals and track their progress throughout the season.
- Prepare athletes for meets and travel to competitions as needed.
- Provide positive, constructive, and age-appropriate feedback.
- Mentor athletes in a supportive and affirming manner.
- Collaborate with fellow coaches to maintain consistent expectations, curriculum alignment, and a strong team culture.
- Communicate professionally with athletes, families, and staff.
- Support injury prevention and appropriate return-to-training progressions.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, safe, and professional training environment.
- Model the YWCA’s commitment to equity, empowerment, inclusion, and positive youth development.
- Travel to and attend competitions as assigned, including meets that may take place on weekends.
Requirements
- At least two years of experience coaching USAG Development Program Levels 2–9 and Xcel competitive gymnastics.
- Strong technical coaching and spotting skills.
- Ability to coach across all four women’s gymnastics events.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, athletes, families, and program leadership.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and physically support athletes while spotting.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and encouraging training environment.
- USAG Professional Membership or willingness to obtain membership immediately upon hire.
- CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.
Skills
- Technical coaching
- Spotting skills
- Coaching across all four women’s gymnastics events
- Communication
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Injury prevention
- Positive youth development
Location
- White Plains, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
- Part-time
- In person
Experience Level
- At least two years of experience coaching competitive gymnastics
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in kinesiology, physical education, sports management, or a related field (preferred)
Salary/Compensations
- $25–$32 per hour
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Health savings account
- Flexible spending account
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts
- Professional development assistance
- On-the-job training
About the Company
- Founded in 1929, the YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
- The organization focuses on Empowerment and Economic Advancement, Health and Wellness, and Racial Justice.
- The YWCA serves more than 4,000 women, children, and family members weekly through various programs and provides housing for 193 low-income women.
Equal Opportunity
- The YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- We encourage people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply.
- Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity.