Parent-Child and PreK Gymnastics Teacher/Coach
The Little Gym International · Plano, TX · 1 wk ago
On-siteEducation$14–$18/hrPart-time
About the Role
We are looking for a mature, experienced professional who loves working with our youngest learners (babies and toddlers, 4 months–3 years) and PreK kids (ages 3–6 years) and can work weekday mornings.
Schedule
- 10–25 hours per week
- Must be able to work some morning shifts, with flexibility to add evenings and weekends
- Shifts range from 3.5–5 hours
- Must be available to work some weekdays (Monday–Friday mornings)
Compensation
$14–$18/hour (based on experience)
What You'll Teach
Parents and caregivers participate alongside their children while you guide movement, music, exploration, and skill-building activities.
- Babies (4–10 months): Sensory exploration, tummy time, bonding
- Crawlers (10–19 months): Movement circuits, early walking support
- Toddlers (20–36 months): Confidence building, beginning gymnastics skills
- Pre-K Classes (3–6 years): Parent-independent classes focused on building listening skills, coordination, confidence, and age-appropriate gymnastics abilities through structured weekly lesson plans
You'll focus on creating fun, meaningful experiences while helping children grow physically, socially, and emotionally in a positive and encouraging environment.
Responsibilities
- Teach engaging, high-energy classes for babies, toddlers, and young children
- Facilitate parent-child classes and guide caregivers through activities
- Lead daily shift operations and support business needs throughout the day
- Provide outstanding customer service and create a welcoming membership experience
- Answer phones, assist families with enrollment, and support front desk operations
- Sell memberships, classes, camps, and birthday parties
- Build lasting relationships with children and families in the community
- Support end-of-shift procedures and daily operational tasks
- Create a fun, safe, warm, and professional environment for every family
Requirements
- Experience working with young children ages 4 months to 6 years old preferred (early childhood education, childcare, preschool, coaching, camp counseling, or parenting experience all valued)
- Passion for helping children build confidence, skills, and independence through movement and play
- Energetic, positive, and engaging personality with a willingness to be silly, active, and encouraging
- Strong communication and customer service skills with both children and adults
- Ability to lead classes while creating a safe, warm, and professional environment
- Comfortable with an active, physically engaging role that includes lifting, spotting, demonstrating skills, and being on your feet throughout shifts
- Background in child development, gymnastics, physical education, or related fields is helpful, but not required — paid training is provided
Physical Requirements
- Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs (holding kids, moving equipment)
- Able to get down on the floor and stand up repeatedly throughout the day
- Able to demonstrate movement activities (jumping, running, climbing)
- Able to spot and support children during physical activities
- Able to remain active and engaged for entire shift (no sitting)
- Able to participate in all class activities alongside children
Qualifications
- Patient and nurturing with children
- Warm, outgoing, and naturally connect with families
- Reliable and responsible
- An excellent communicator — parents trust your guidance
- Energetic and physically active throughout your workday
Preferred Qualifications
- Leadership experience or ability to mentor newer team members
- Background in early childhood education
- Gymnastics, dance, or children's fitness experience
- CPR/First Aid certified
Benefits
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Employee discounts
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training and development
- Meaningful work — Watch babies and toddlers gain confidence every day
- Life balance — Weekend work and flexible weekday mornings
- Stay active — Get paid to play, move, and sing
- Professional environment — Work with experienced team members
- Established business — Franchise owned and operated since 2019 with 470+ members