Program Director (Gymnastics, Dance, Cheer & Ninja)

Crossroads YMCA•Schererville, IN

About The Position

The Program Director leads and grows the YMCA’s gymnastics, dance, cheer, and ninja programs. This hands-on, high-visibility role oversees daily program operations, staff development, program quality, safety, scheduling, equipment, enrollment, budgets, and participant experiences. The director works closely with children, families, instructors, staff, volunteers, community partners, and branch leadership. The position balances coaching and staff leadership with program development, administrative responsibilities, and day-to-day problem-solving. The director develops new offerings in response to community needs, supports marketing, events, showcases, and outreach, and ensures programs are safe, engaging, inclusive, and aligned with YMCA standards and mission. The work takes place both on the program floor and in administrative settings, and requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends during program offerings.

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, and conflict-resolution skills.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong planning, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 or Microsoft Office, basic computer skills, and ability to quickly learn other software programs.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities.
Commitment to providing a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and high-quality experience.
Commitment to advancing the YMCA mission.
Current USA Gymnastics Safety Certification or ability to obtain it within the first 30 days of hire.
Flexible schedule to work evenings and weekends during program offerings.

Nice To Haves

Three to four years of experience in gymnastics, dance, cheer, and/or ninja.
Three to four years of related instruction, coaching, and lesson planning in gymnastics, dance, and cheer.
Practical knowledge of progressive skill building in instructional gymnastics and working knowledge of USA Gymnastics.

Responsibilities

Lead the 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 based on 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.