Department Head – Preschool Program

Twist 'N Flip Gymnastics; Schonowe (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Twist N Flip Gymnastics in Rotterdam, NY is seeking a Department Head for the Preschool Program to lead and grow our Preschool Academy and Preschool Gymnastics at the Rotterdam site.

You will own the preschool experience, shape curriculum, develop coaches, and strengthen family relationships while maintaining high standards.

This role blends leadership, coaching, planning, and administration to deliver a nurturing, safe, and engaging program for young children.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and support a team.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently with accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Grow the Preschool Program and Preschool Academy.
• Coach Preschool Academy and Preschool Gymnastics classes.
• Develop coaches, ensure certifications, and provide feedback.
• Foster strong family relationships and exceptional customer experience.
• Stay organized with lesson plans, training docs, and admin tasks.
• Cover classes and support events as needed, including Saturdays.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Independent Working

Job description

Twist N Flip Gymnastics – Rotterdam 93 W. Campbell Rd., Suite 110, Schenectady, NY 12306 Part-Time | 28–32 Hours/Week | $21–$25/Hour

Lead. Develop. Grow.

Do you love working with young children-but also have a passion for leading people, building great programs, and making a real impact?

Twist N Flip Gymnastics is looking for an energetic, organized, and experienced Department Head – Preschool Program to lead and grow our Preschool Academy and Preschool programs at our Rotterdam location.

This is more than a coaching position. You will have ownership of the preschool experience, helping shape curriculum, develop coaches, strengthen relationships with families, and grow one of the most important programs in our gym.

We're looking for someone who can step into a leadership role, work independently, hold a high standard, and bring out the best in the people around them.

What You'll Do

Lead & Grow the Preschool Program

• Take ownership of the Preschool Academy and Preschool Gymnastics programs.
• Partner with the Location Director and Owners to establish enrollment, retention, and program goals.
• Monitor class performance and identify opportunities to improve enrollment, efficiency, and customer experience.
• Help create a preschool environment where children are excited to learn and families feel confident in our program.
• Support preschool events and activities that encourage enrollment and retention.

Coach & Build an Exceptional Curriculum

• Coach Preschool Academy and Preschool Gymnastics classes.
• Create bi-weekly lesson plans that are engaging, age-appropriate, progressive, and aligned with TNF standards.
• Ensure coaching staff understand and can confidently execute lesson plans.
• Teach skills progressively, prioritizing safety, development, confidence, and fun.
• Organize activities that support children's physical, social, and developmental growth.
• Float between classes to support coaches, students, and families and address issues as they arise.

Lead & Develop Your Coaching Team

• Mentor, train, and support preschool coaches.
• Ensure staff maintain required TNF certifications and participate in ongoing training.
• Conduct quality-control observations and provide constructive coaching and feedback.
• Present preschool-specific training and updates during monthly staff meetings.
• Recognize great performance and address challenges quickly, professionally, and privately.
• Help create a team culture that is positive, accountable, collaborative, and focused on continuous improvement.

Build Strong Family Relationships

• Welcome new students and help them transition comfortably into the program.
• Maintain consistent, professional communication with parents and caregivers.
• Be visible and approachable during class hours.
• Listen to families, address concerns, and help create an exceptional customer experience.

Stay Organized & Accountable

• Complete lesson plans, quality-control checklists, staff training documentation, reports, and other administrative responsibilities on time.
• Accurately track time worked.
• Complete administrative responsibilities during designated non-class hours.
• Assist with purchasing and maintaining preschool props, equipment, and decorations.
• Cover classes and participate in Saturday events as needed, including approximately one Saturday event per month.

Your Typical Week

This position averages 28–32 hours per week, with a combination of coaching, leadership, planning, training, and administrative responsibilities.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Preschool Academy: Approximately 6 hours/week
• Preschool Gymnastics & class support: Approximately 12–16 hours/week
• Leadership, planning, training & administration: Approximately 10 hours/week

Regular availability is required Tuesday–Thursday from approximately 9:30 AM–12:00 PM for Preschool Academy programming, along with evening Preschool Gymnastics classes.

What We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

• A natural leader who enjoys developing other coaches.
• Confident working independently and making good decisions without constant supervision.
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Professional, friendly, positive, and comfortable communicating with families.
• Motivated by creating a great experience-not just checking a box and getting through a class.
• Comfortable giving and receiving feedback.
• Someone who takes responsibility and follows through.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Committed to maintaining a safe, positive, and welcoming environment.
• A team player who believes that we get better together.
• Someone with high integrity who takes pride in doing things the right way.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and support a team.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently with accountability.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, success means more than simply running great classes.

You will be successful when:

• Preschool enrollment and retention are growing.
• Children are engaged, learning, and excited to come back.
• Families trust our coaches and feel connected to the program.
• Coaches are trained, supported, certified, and confident.
• Lesson plans and program standards are consistently executed.
• The coaching team feels supported while maintaining high expectations.
• Problems are identified early and addressed professionally.
• The Preschool Program continues to become better, stronger, and more successful every day.

Why Join Twist N Flip?

At TNF, we're relentless about making the experience a little better every day-for our students, families, and team members.

If you are ready to move beyond simply coaching classes and want an opportunity to lead a program, develop people, build relationships, and make an impact, we'd love to meet you.

Compensation: $21.00–$25.00/hour
Schedule: Part-Time, approximately 28–32 hours/week
Location: Twist N Flip Gymnastics – Rotterdam
Address: 93 W. Campbell Rd., Suite 110, Schenectady, NY 12306
Position: Dept. Head - Preschool Program
Employment Type: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Twist N Flip Gymnastics is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace where qualified individuals are considered for employment without regard to disability or other protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be available to qualified individuals.