Gymnastics Instructor

Greater Philadelphia YMCA • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The YMCA is seeking a Gymnastics Instructor to help children reach their potential, work toward age-appropriate goals, and participate in YMCA programs. The instructor creates a safe, encouraging, and supportive environment for members and participants to learn progressive or competitive gymnastics. The role includes instruction, supervision, skill evaluation, communication with parents, and support for participants’ character development. Training and support from the team, along with opportunities to learn and grow, are provided.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• At least 3 years of experience in a gymnastics setting.
• Strong communication skills and a desire to meet people at their level of experience.
• Enjoy working with children and maintaining positive relationships with their parents.

Nice To Haves

• Some college education or equivalent.
• USAG Safety Certification for Competitions.
• Strong knowledge of gymnastics competitions, including experience at the state and/or national level.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, encouraging, and supportive environment for members and participants to learn YMCA programs and progressive or competitive gymnastics.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes before each scheduled class and prepare equipment so the class can begin on time.
• Evaluate program skills and complete progress reports for each session.
• Communicate with parents and complete incident reports and attendance records.
• Assist with instruction in program skills and character development objectives and techniques in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Supervise program participants and actively participate in all aspects of the program.
• Wear proper attire in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Manage participant behavior collaboratively with supervisors and parents.
• Follow approved positive support techniques to develop and refine gymnasts’ skills.
• Attend staff meetings and training as required.

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership with access to all branches.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Discounts on child care and summer camp programs.
• Information and support for planning for the future; specific details are not provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed