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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

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