Gymnastics Instructor

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal YMCA membership

YMCA360 streaming membership

Flexible scheduling around school

Job summary

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties in Gig Harbor, WA seeks a Gymnastics Instructor. This is a part-time role, up to 25 hours per week, with pay ranging from $18.54 to $22.36 per hour.

You will prepare progressive lesson plans, teach gymnastics safely and engagingly, enforce rules, and support a welcoming environment for children and families while participating in essential training and background checks.

Qualifications

• Six months or more of experience teaching gymnastics and/or personal gymnastics experience (preferred).
• Positive attitude and previous experience with children of all ages and diverse populations.
• Knowledge and skills in program activities and related gymnastics and office equipment set-up, and the ability to instruct participants in age-appropriate techniques.
• Knowledge and skills to instruct gymnastics (preferred).
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications (preferred).
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans with a natural progression appropriate to the age and ability of the gymnast.
• Instruct gymnasts in a safe and fun manner
• Outline class lesson plans to keep children moving
• Enforce all safety rules and regulations in the gymnastics gym.
• Finish each class with a fun group activity

Skills

Gymnastics teaching

Children experience

Safety procedures

CPR First Aid AED

Background checks

Diversity inclusion

Training compliance

Job description

Wage:$18.54 to $22.36 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours:Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location:Tom Taylor Family YMCA, Gig Harbor, WA

As a Gymnastics Instructor, you will provide direct leadership, instruction and motivation for children of all ages teaching gymnastics skills and progression. You will use your passion to serve others to help serve staff, members, guests, volunteers, and programs participants in the gymnastics program.

Qualifications:

• Six months or more of experience teaching gymnastics and/or personal gymnastics experience (preferred).
• Positive attitude and previous experience with children of all ages and diverse populations.
• Knowledge and skills in program activities and related gymnastics and office equipment set-up, and the ability to instruct participants in age-appropriate techniques.
• Knowledge and skills to instruct gymnastics (preferred).
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications (preferred).
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare lesson plans with a natural progression appropriate to the age and ability of the gymnast.
• Instruct gymnasts in a safe and fun manner
• Outline class lesson plans to keep children moving
• Enforce all safety rules and regulations in the gymnastics gym.
• Finish each class with a fun group activity

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• VSP Vision Plan

At the Y, we’re all about empowering people, inspiring action, and strengthening the communities we call home. Join our team and support our vision of creating opportunity to all can thrive in every season of life.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

Location(s)

10550 Harbor Hill Drive, Gig Harbor , Washington 98332 , United States

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.