Program Director (Gymnastics, Dance, Cheer & Ninja)

Crossroads YMCA•Schererville, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Director leads and grows the YMCA’s gymnastics, dance, cheer, and ninja programs. This hands-on, high-energy leadership role oversees day-to-day program operations, develops staff, creates safe and engaging experiences for children and families, and ensures programs align with YMCA standards and mission. The director balances coaching, staff leadership, program development, scheduling, operations, and problem-solving in a fast-paced, people-centered environment. The role is highly visible and involves regular interaction with participants, families, instructors, staff, volunteers, and community partners. Work takes place both on the program floor and in administrative responsibilities. Success calls for energy, flexibility, emotional intelligence, organization, strong communication, and a genuine commitment to helping children and families thrive. The position is based at the Schererville Family YMCA in Schererville, Indiana, and is full-time. The schedule must be flexible and may include evenings, weekends, and special events.

Requirements

At least two years of related experience in coaching, teaching, recreation, or program leadership.
Experience supervising, coaching, training, and developing employees or instructors.
Knowledge of progressive skill development and age-appropriate programming.
Strong interpersonal, communication, conflict-resolution, and problem-solving skills.
Strong leadership qualities and ability to work as a team member.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple programs, schedules, and priorities.
Strong planning and decision-making abilities.
Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and social and economic segments of the community.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 or Microsoft Office, basic computer skills, and ability to learn other software programs.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends during program offerings and may include special events.
Commitment to providing a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and high-quality experience and advancing the YMCA mission.
Current USA Gymnastics Safety Certification, or ability to obtain it within the first 30 days of hire.
Three to four years of related instruction, coaching, and lesson planning in gymnastics, dance, and cheer.
Practical knowledge of progressive skill building for instructional gymnastics and working knowledge of USA Gymnastics.

Nice To Haves

Three to four years of experience in gymnastics, dance, cheer, and/or ninja.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day operations of gymnastics, dance, cheer, and ninja programs.
Recruit, onboard, train, schedule, coach, and develop instructors and program staff.
Create safe, engaging, inclusive, and high-quality experiences for children and families.
Ensure programs meet YMCA standards, policies, and safety expectations.
Develop new programs and expand existing offerings in response to community needs and participant interests.
Manage program schedules, equipment, supplies, and program spaces.
Monitor enrollment, budgets, and program performance.
Build positive relationships with participants, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners.
Respond professionally to parent and family questions, concerns, and feedback.
Provide coaching, feedback, recognition, and accountability to staff.
Support marketing efforts, special events, showcases, and community outreach.
Partner with branch and department leadership to support organizational goals.
Support branch operations and organizational priorities as needs evolve.
Make timely decisions while keeping safety, program quality, and the participant experience at the forefront.