Gymnastics Instructor

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible schedules

403(b) retirement plan eligibility

Job summary

Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA in Scotch Plains, NJ is seeking energetic Gymnastics Instructors to lead youth programs and foster healthy living and social responsibility. The role involves engaging activities, safety-conscious instruction, and positive youth development.

Hours include days, evenings, and weekends with a starting pay of $18.03 per hour. Join a supportive team and enjoy a free YMCA membership and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Gymnastics Instruction Certification or prior gymnastics experience.
• Ability to relate to children of all ages and diverse personalities.
• Reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of children aged walking through 18 in activities focusing on motor development, strength, flexibility, balance, coordination and cheer routines.
• Evaluate participants' skill and readiness levels daily and group accordingly.
• Assess development for beginner to advanced activities and report progress.
• Use equipment safely and organize/classroom areas, reporting damaged equipment.
• Support safety guidelines and promote a positive learning environment.

Job description

• Location 1340 Martine Ave.,Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076,United States
• Base Pay $18.03 / Hour
• Employee Type Part-Time Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE

Our Sports Department is seeking reliable and high-energy Gymnastics Instructors to join our team!

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead groups of children, ages walking through 18, through a prescribed program of activities involving fine and gross motor development in areas of strength, flexibility, balance, coordination and trick development and/or cheer routines.
• Evaluate participants’ individual skill and readiness levels on a daily basis and provide for appropriate grouping within class.
• Assess and evaluate development for beginner, intermediate and advanced activities. Report on progress of child’s development.
• Utilize equipment appropriately with activities and incorporate skill development. Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Clean up area after each session. Reports damaged equipment.
• Participate in proper implementation of Safety Guidelines, elevating the level of Safety awareness among all participants and staff.
• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill and encourage youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Hours: Must be available to work days, evenings and weekends. Program classes run late afternoon, early evening and weekend morning/afternoon.

Pay: The starting hourly rate is $18.03, depending on experience level.

Benefits of working for the Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA include:

• Participation in 403(b) savings plan and participation in the YMCA Retirement Fund (based on eligibility requirements)
• free YMCA membership
• flexible schedules
• job training and career development opportunities
• a fun, friendly and inclusive work environment and more!

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Gymnastics Instruction Certification or prior gymnastics experience (either competing or coaching)
• Ability to relate effectively to children of all ages and possess the ability to deal with a variety of different personalities, as well as learning level of participants
• Must be reliable – punctuality is a non-negotiable
• Experience working with youth; willingness to work with children and teens of varying ages and abilities
• Experience working with diverse populations preferred, with a commitment to inclusion and belonging
• Strong communication skills: must be able to command attention of participants while remaining approachable; must be able to communicate effectively with parents/guardians and other YMCA members and staff