Gymnastic Instructor

Responsibilities

• Teach gymnastics classes in accordance with the YMCA's Sports and Youth Development Philosophy.
• Incorporate the YMCA's mission of strengthening spirit, mind, and body into all classes and interactions with participants and families.
• Create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment where all participants feel welcomed, supported, and encouraged to succeed.
• Supervise up to 8–10 participants while maintaining appropriate safety standards, class structure, and engagement.
• Demonstrate and instruct age-appropriate gymnastics skills including rolls, balances, jumps, flexibility exercises, and beginner tumbling progressions.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that provide skill progression and allow participants to build confidence and advance throughout the session.
• Ensure all equipment is used safely and inspected before and after each class.
• Maintain a fun, energetic, and encouraging atmosphere that promotes participant retention and enjoyment.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding participant progress, class expectations, and program information.
• Track attendance and maintain all required program documentation, including incident/accident reports and evaluations.
• Aid in participant recruitment and retention efforts by helping create a positive experience for families.
• Provide recommendations for program growth, special events, clinics, showcases, or additional gymnastics offerings.
• Attend all required staff meetings, trainings, and YMCA professional development opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching gymnastics, tumbling, cheer, dance, or youth movement programs.
• Experience working with children ages 5–16.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Passion for youth development and helping children build confidence through physical activity.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Knowledgeable with USAG skill progressions.
• Previous gymnastics coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to work with children and participants of varying ages and skill levels.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Mature, enthusiastic, dependable, and caring personality.
• Ability to develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and skill progressions.
• Ability to create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and YMCA staff.
• Commitment to participant safety and risk management practices.
• Current CPR/AED certification within 60 days of employment.