Toddler Music & Movement Instructor

The Little Gym • Scarborough, ME

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About The Position

The Little Gym of Scarborough is hiring a part-time instructor to lead engaging parent-child and preschool gymnastics classes. The instructor uses songs, music, games, creative movement, and age-appropriate gymnastics skills to help babies, toddlers, and preschoolers learn through play and develop coordination, confidence, independence, and new skills. The role also involves encouraging parents to participate and connect with their children, maintaining safe and organized classes, and building relationships with children and families.

The gym describes its coaches as central to creating a welcoming environment where children can be themselves, families feel connected, and accomplishments are celebrated. The position offers a supportive team environment and training in The Little Gym's curriculum, gymnastics skills and spotting, and class format. Experience in early childhood education, childcare, music, dance, gymnastics, or children's programming is a plus.

The role is typically 2–3 shifts per week, with morning availability required. A consistent weekly schedule is provided once training is complete. Additional hours and responsibilities may be available depending on the instructor's interests and the gym's needs. Compensation is $17.00–$20.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Love working with babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their families.
• Have an outgoing personality and be willing to be playful and silly.
• Enjoy singing, dancing, staying active, and bringing energy to a group.
• Be comfortable leading activities and keeping young children engaged.
• Be patient, dependable, and genuinely enjoy connecting with people.
• Be eager to learn and enjoy working as part of a supportive team.
• Morning availability is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in early childhood education, childcare, music, dance, gymnastics, or children's programming.

Responsibilities

• Lead parent-child and preschool gymnastics classes using The Little Gym's curriculum.
• Use songs, music, games, and creative movement activities to engage children.
• Help children develop coordination, confidence, independence, and new skills.
• Encourage parents to participate and connect with their children.
• Keep classes safe, organized, and encouraging.
• Build lasting relationships with children and families.

Benefits

• Paid training.
• Consistent schedule.
• Free memberships for dependents.

What This Job Offers

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