Gymnastics Instructor

YMCA of Greater Richmond • Ashland, VA

12d

About The Position

The Patrick Henry YMCA is seeking part-time Gymnastics Instructors to support its gymnastics program. Instructors help develop and deliver a safe, enjoyable program for children ages 5–11, including preparing lessons, facilitating practices, games, and clinics, and providing leadership to other gymnastics staff. The role requires availability on weekday evenings and Saturday mornings; applicants should list their availability when applying. Pay is $15–$17 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and to ongoing professional development. It is a cause-driven organization focused on strengthening the community and guided by the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Requirements

• Basic gymnastics knowledge and experience.
• Ability to instruct and spot school-age children in basic gymnastics skills.
• Ability to adequately observe participant activities and enforce safety regulations and applicable policies and procedures.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents.
• Physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
• Experience working with children and with gymnastics and/or movement basics.
• Willingness to learn and consistently demonstrate appropriate spotting and teaching techniques.
• Availability on weekday evenings and Saturday mornings.

Nice To Haves

• First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications are desired upon hire but are not required.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and implement a safe and enjoyable gymnastics program.
• Facilitate gymnastics practices, games, and clinics.
• Create lesson plans for children ages 5–11.
• Purchase necessary materials.
• Provide leadership to other gymnastics staff.
• Observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures.
• Learn and consistently demonstrate appropriate spotting and teaching techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed