Gymnastics Instructor

Athletes Global Corporation; Watsonville (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Athletes Global Corporation is looking for an energetic part-time Gymnastics Instructor in Watsonville, California, to support preschool and early elementary classes. Starting with shadowing existing blocks, you'll eventually lead your own classes beginning early 2026. Responsibilities include leading safe classes that build gross motor skills and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates have experience in youth gymnastics or coaching and exhibit strong communication and collaboration skills. A background check is required per policy.

Qualifications

• Experience in preschool movement, dance or strong youth coaching experience.
• Ability to lift/move mats and stand for multiple class blocks.
• Willingness to train in gymnastics progressions.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe and upbeat gymnastics classes for preschool and early elementary students.
• Facilitate parent participation during classes.
• Communicate positively with families and celebrate student progress.

Skills

Experience teaching youth gymnastics

Classroom management

Warm communication with children and parents

Collaboration

Job description

Location: Watsonville, California

Schedule: Flexible; begins with shadowing and filling in for the current instructor

Target Start for Independent Classes: Early 2026

Employment Type: Part-time

About the Role

We’re seeking an energetic Gymnastics Instructor to support our preschool and early elementary classes. You’ll start by shadowing and subbing in our existing blocks to learn our progressions, equipment setup, safety protocols, and parent communication. The goal is to launch your own class schedule in early 2026.

• Turtles: Parent + Tot (ages 1–2)
• Guppies: Ages 3–4
• Minnows: Ages 5–6
• Sharks: Ages 7–8

Current Class Blocks (for shadowing/subbing)

• Tuesdays: 8:45–12:15, 2:30–5:15
• Thursdays: 8:45–11:15, 2:30–5:15
• Hours are flexible based on your availability; coverage needs may vary week to week.

What You’ll Do

Lead safe, upbeat classes that build gross motor skills, body awareness, and foundational gymnastics (rolls, balances, locomotion, basic bar/beam/vault/floor progressions).

Spot and assist safely; adjust drills for varied abilities within the same class.

Facilitate parent participation and coaching tips in Turtles (Parent + Tot) sessions.

Maintain equipment setup/tear-down, rotations, and clear traffic flow.

Track skills, celebrate progress, and communicate positively with families.

Uphold safety rules, sanitization standards, and facility policies.

Collaborate on class placements, seasonal showcases, and scheduling.

You Have

Experience teaching youth gymnastics, preschool movement, cheer, dance, or similar coaching; or strong youth coaching experience with willingness to train in gymnastics progressions.

Excellent classroom management and warm, clear communication with kids and parents.

Reliability, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset.

Ability to lift/move mats and be on your feet for multiple class blocks.

Must Get

Background check required per policy.

Schedule & Availability

Begin with shadowing and subbing in the listed blocks.

Build toward your own classes in early 2026 (we’ll co-create a schedule around your availability).

Additional weekday or occasional weekend availability is a plus, not required.