Energetic Preschool Movement Instructor (Ages 3–5)

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Lexington (KY); Presencial; USD 17.000 - 21.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

YMC in Lexington, KY seeks a Preschool Movement Instructor to lead a Gymboree-style movement class for ages 3–5, promoting movement skills through play in a safe, encouraging YMCA setting.

Must be available Thursday afternoons or Friday mornings for about 1–2 hours per week. The role focuses on building coordination, balance, strength and confidence in young children while maintaining a positive learning environment.

Formación

• Experience with preschoolers in early childhood education, recreation, physical education, gymnastics, dance or similar is a plus.
• Knowledge or interest in early childhood motor development and fundamental movement skills.
• Energetic, patient, dependable and comfortable leading groups of young children.
• Commitment to teach an 8-week session.
• Creative and enthusiastic about using play to teach movement and physical skills.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Current CPR, First Aid and other required certifications, or willingness to obtain them.
• Ability to meet YMCA employment requirements, including background screening.

Responsabilidades

• Arrives 10-15 minutes prior to class for set up.
• Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate movement classes for children 3-5 under supervision.
• Teach running, jumping, hopping, balancing, throwing, catching, kicking and changing directions.
• Incorporate obstacle courses, movement stations, imaginative play, music and interactive games.
• Help children develop coordination, motor skills, spatial awareness and confidence.
• Include warmup and cool down.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive and supportive environment for every child.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized space and proper use of equipment.
• Communicate positively with parents, caregivers and YMCA staff.
• Follow YMCA child safety, supervision and interaction policies.
• Encourage cooperation, listening, turn-taking and positive social interactions.
• Be available for parents before/after class with questions.

Conocimientos

Energetic

Patient

Dependable

Group leadership

Descripción del empleo

YMC in Lexington, KY seeks a Preschool Movement Instructor to lead a Gymboree-style movement class for ages 3–5, promoting movement skills through play in a safe, encouraging YMCA setting.

Must be available Thursday afternoons or Friday mornings for about 1–2 hours per week. The role focuses on building coordination, balance, strength and confidence in young children while maintaining a positive learning environment.