Gymnastics Instructor

Greater Green Bay YMCA; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

A local community center is looking for a Gymnastics Instructor to lead interactive classes for members. The ideal candidate will instruct participants in gymnastics, encourage their growth, and ensure safety during classes. This part-time, entry-level position is perfect for those with at least one year of relevant experience and aged 14 or older. Responsibilities include recording progress and fostering a collaborative environment among participants and parents.

Qualifications

• One year experience in gymnastics or related teaching experience required.
• Instructors must be at least 14 years of age.
• Ability to break gymnastics skills down to a teachable level.

Responsibilities

• Safely lead members through engaging gymnastics classes.
• Record participant progress and report to the supervisor.
• Instruct participants on proper form and encourage growth.

Skills

Experience in gymnastics or related teaching experience

Knowledge of gymnastics terms and skills

Emotional maturity

Job description

Gymnastics Instructor

Greater Green Bay YMCA.

Job Summary

As a Gymnastics Instructor, you will safely lead members and participants through fun and engaging gymnastics classes. You will provide instruction in gymnastics practices while developing participants’ confidence, skills, and abilities.

• Evening classes are offered between 3:45 PM – 7:30 PM during the week.
• During the school year, Saturday morning classes are offered between 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Essential Functions

• Build collaborative relationships with participants and parents to retain class numbers.
• Instruct participants on proper form and encourage growth in the sport.
• Record participant progress on skills and report this to the supervisor.
• Complete class recommendation forms with feedback for parents in a timely manner.
• Maintain safety of both participants and equipment at all times.
• Find substitute instructors as needed and provide a prepared lesson plan for them.
• Take attendance on a daily basis.
• Act according to facility protocol to ensure safety of all staff and children, which includes:
  • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with staff and children.
  • Attend required abuse risk management training.
  • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
  • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.

Skills and Training

• One year experience in gymnastics or related teaching experience required.
• Knowledge of gymnastics terms and skills and the ability to break skills down to a teachable level.
• Instructors must be at least 14 years of age.

Competencies

• Building Relationships: Create sustainable relationships within the Y. Assist members in becoming more connected to the Y and build small communities.
• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrate the ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
• Advancing Our Mission and Cause: Support the Y, its members, participants, and staff by living the Y’s values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY.
• Safety: Provide instruction that ensures the safety of all, and ensure the environment is safe and engaging. Clean, inspect, and maintain equipment to ensure participant safety.
• Physical Requirements: Actively lead and demonstrate skills, requiring significant use of hands, arms, and body. Lift up to 50 pounds for equipment set‑up and participant spotting.
• Critical Thinking and Decision Making: Make informed decisions within the scope of delivering exceptional SMART service, handle parent questions, and appropriately manage complaints.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Part‑time

Job Function

• Other

Industries

• Wellness and Fitness Services

This job description represents the major functions of the job but is not intended to be all inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for performing other duties as necessary for Association success.