Gymnastics Instructor

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties; Silverdale (WA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal YMCA membership

Flexible scheduling around school

Employee discounts on programs

Job summary

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Gymnastics Instructor to join our team at the Haselwood Family YMCA in Silverdale, WA. The role involves providing direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for children, teaching gymnastics skills and progression.

This part-time position offers compensation between $18.54 and $22.36 per hour, with up to 25 hours per week. Candidate should have six months of gymnastics teaching experience and be committed to diversity and completion of

Qualifications

• Six months or more of experience teaching gymnastics.
• Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive environment.
• Positive attitude and experience with children of all ages.
• Knowledge of gymnastics techniques and safety rules.
• CPR/First Aid and AED certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans with progression appropriate to age and ability.
• Instruct gymnasts in a safe and fun manner.
• Outline class lesson plans to keep children moving.
• Enforce all safety rules in the gymnastics gym.
• Finish each class with a fun group activity.
• Incorporate YMCA values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility.

Skills

Gymnastics instruction

Child supervision

CPR/First Aid

Tools

Gymnastics equipment setup

Office equipment setup

Job description

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking aGymnastics Instructorto join our team.

The YMCAfocuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

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.

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
• Incorporate and discuss the YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility

Are you a good fit?

• Six months or more of experience teaching gymnastics and/or personal gymnastics experience (preferred).
• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• 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).
• Able to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on the first dayand other online and in-person training as required.

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: Haselwood Family YMCA, Silverdale, WA

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

Please note that employment with the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is contingent upon successfully completing post-offer requirements, which may include age verification, reference checks, and state and national background checks. All inquiries and checks are conducted only after a conditional offer of employment is made.

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)

3909 NW Randall Way, Silverdale , Washington 98383 , United States