The responsibility of the Gymnastics Instructor is to provide the highest level of teaching and coaching to all participants of the gymnastics program, boys and girls ages 2 - 18. The Gymnastics Instructor is responsible for enforcing the operation rules and regulations with all members in accordance with the policies of the Department and Branch. As employees of the Riverbrook Regional YMCA, Gymnastics Instructors are responsible for completing all required trainings within 14 days of employment. Additionally, Gymnastics Instructors are responsible for providing coaching and guidance to participants in accordance with YUSA and USAG safety recommendations and skill level guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled class
• Turn cell phone off or to vibrate – they are not allowed on the gym floor
• Go over lesson plans as provided by the Gymnastics Director. Follow the daily lesson plan and ensure that things are running safely and smoothly and that gymnasts are on-task and keeping busy until they are asked to switch stations.
• Plans and instructs specialty classes following YMCA standards and guidelines or other nationally recognized certifications.
• Help arrange the gym by setting up or breaking down equipment needed for daily activities. Report any equipment issues to Gymnastics Director.
• Take attendance in every class and practice.
• Assist gymnasts with stretching by walking around and physically helping them.
• Coaches must remain actively engaged with the gymnasts. NO sitting or talking with other coaches during class/practice.
• Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required. Maintains current certifications relative to specialty area.
• Observes and discusses individual progress of participants with Gymnastics Director and parents. Develops rapport with class participants/team members and responds to related questions.
• Develops rapport with class participants/team members and responds to related questions.
• Ensures safe and effective classes. Responds to, and reports, accidents and incidents immediately to parents and Gymnastics Director.
• Establish and implement ongoing communication with families
• Discusses and promotes all YMCA programs. Motivates participants to commit to long-term participation.
• Be a positive role model for the youth in class and represent the Riverbrook Regional YMCA in a positive manner.
• Job responsibilities include access to protected health information. The employee may access protected health information (PHI) only to the extent that it is necessary for job requirements. May only share PHI with those who have a need to know specific member/participant/employee information in order to complete job responsibilities related to the individual’s participation, payment or company operations. Is expected to complete required HIPAA privacy training and maintain HIPAA compliance at all times.
• The Gymnastics Instructor has access to protected health information (PHI) of Y program participants. The Gymnastics Instructor may use and disclose PHI to workforce members for the purpose of treatment, payment and operations only.
• Actively participates in and upholds the YMCA’s mission to be open and accessible to everyone, regardless of financial situation or special need. Contributes time to raise funds for this worthy and necessary endeavor by supporting the Y’s Annual Giving and Capital Development campaigns.

Dress Code:

The following dress code has been developed for the safety of the coaches and instructors and the gymnasts as well as to keep our staff looking professional.

• All coaches/instructors must wear athletic style pants or shorts (not “short” shorts) or Capri’s along with a YMCA gymnastics shirt which all instructors and coaches will receive from the Sports director. No jeans, no hoodies, no spaghetti straps, NO “short shorts!
• Coaches/ instructors can wear clean tennis shoes or go barefoot.
• Long hair must be tied back so it doesn’t get in the way of spotting or vision
• No jewelry, it can get tangled and cause injury to both the coach and the gymnast while spotting. Exceptions are post or stud earrings, sports style watches for timing. Wedding/engagement rings can be worn at your own risk.
• Fingernails need to be kept neatly trimmed or filed and cannot be longer than the tips of the fingers for the safety of both the coaches/instructor and the gymnasts while spotting.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

• Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
• Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Physical Demands:

• Coaches must have sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential coaching functions, including but not limited to spotting and moving equipment. Ability to demonstrate basic gymnastics skills is a plus.
• HIPAA Compliance Training