Program Director (Gymnastics, Dance, Cheer & Ninja)

Crossroads YMCA • Crown Point, IN

7d • $21

About The Position

This is a high-energy, hands-on leadership role where you’ll oversee gymnastics, dance, cheer, and ninja programs while building a fun, safe, and welcoming environment for kids and families. As Program Director, you’ll lead staff, grow programs, and create an experience that keeps participants coming back. You’ll balance coaching, leadership, and operations—no two days are the same.

Requirements

• Experience coaching or teaching gymnastics, dance, cheer, or ninja
• A strong leader who can motivate, coach, and develop a team
• Organized and able to manage multiple programs at once
• Comfortable interacting with kids, parents, and staff daily
• Positive, energetic, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Enjoys a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and special events—when our programs are at their best and most active
• 2+ years of related experience (coaching, teaching, or program leadership)
• Ability to lead staff and manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic computer skills (Office 365)
• Current USA Gymnastics Safety Certification or obtain within first 30 days of hire
• 3-4 years of related instruction, coaching and lesson planning in gymnastics, dance and cheer
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills.
• Possess strong leadership qualities and work as a team member
• Ability to relate and communicate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Flexible Schedule to work evenings and weekends during program offerings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to quickly learn other software programs

Nice To Haves

• 3–4 years of experience in gymnastics, dance, cheer, and/or ninja preferred
• Knowledge of progressive skill development
• Practical knowledge of progressive skill building as related directly to instructional gymnastics and working knowledge of USA gymnastics

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow gymnastics, dance, cheer, and ninja programs
• Hire, train, schedule, and coach staff and instructors
• Ensure a safe, engaging, and high-quality experience for participants
• Develop new programs and expand offerings based on community needs
• Manage schedules, equipment, and program spaces
• Monitor budgets, enrollment, and program performance
• Build relationships with members, families, and community partners
• Support marketing efforts and special events
• Handle day-to-day problem solving, parent communication, and staff support

Benefits

• You get to make a daily impact on kids and families
• Fun, active, and energetic work environment
• Opportunity to lead, grow programs, and build a team
• Mission-driven organization focused on youth development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees