Tumbling Instructor

YMCA of Greater Boston•Boston, MA

7d•$18 - $22

About The Position

The Gymnastics/Tumbling Sports Instructor leads safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate gymnastics and tumbling classes for youth participants. The instructor fosters a supportive environment that encourages skill development, confidence, and fun while ensuring safety and adherence to YMCA values. Classes serve youth ages 4–12, or other ages as designated, and typically meet once a week for two hours on Tuesday evenings from 6–8 p.m.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18.
Experience in gymnastics, tumbling, cheerleading, dance, or related physical education activities.
Strong communication skills and a passion for youth development.
Ability to lead engaging classes and adjust instruction to different ages and skill levels.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience teaching youth in a recreational or instructional setting is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Instruct weekly gymnastics and/or tumbling classes for youth.
Prepare and deliver structured lesson plans aligned with YMCA program standards.
Maintain a safe and inclusive environment by monitoring student behavior and reinforcing safety procedures.
Keep the gym or activity space clean and organized, and ensure equipment is used and stored properly.
Communicate with parents or guardians about participants’ progress, behavior, and class updates when appropriate.
Support YMCA programming by participating in special events, session transitions, and promotional activities when needed.
Promptly report incidents, injuries, and facility or equipment concerns to the supervisor.
Attend required staff meetings and trainings, including child abuse prevention and CPR/First Aid training if applicable.
Follow policies concerning boundaries with consumers and complete required abuse-prevention training.
Follow procedures for managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers; report suspicious or inappropriate behavior and policy violations; and comply with mandated abuse-reporting requirements.
Keep unused rooms and closets locked and routinely monitor high-risk locations.
Respond seriously and confidentially to reports of suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and address violations according to organizational procedures and policies.