Gymnastics Instructor - Manchester YMCA

ymcarichmond; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The Manchester YMCA is seeking a dynamic part-time gymnastics instructor to lead Parent & Child Gymnastics classes in Richmond, VA. You will run practices, teach basic skills, and help children develop coordination, flexibility, strength, and confidence while prioritizing safety.

Ideal candidates will enjoy working with kids aged 5-11, plan engaging lessons, and support fellow staff. First Aid/CPR/AED certifications are desired but not required.

Qualifications

• Ability to instruct and spot school age children in basic gymnastics skills.
• Ability to observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations, and apply policies.
• Must be willing to learn spotting and teaching techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead Parent & Child Gymnastics classes and run practices.
• Teach basic gymnastics skills and foster growth in coordination, flexibility, strength, and confidence.
• Create lesson plans for youth 5-11 and support other gymnastics staff.

Skills

Gymnastics instruction

Safety awareness

Child supervision

First Aid/CPR/AED (desired)

Education

First Aid/CPR/AED certifications desired

Job description

The Manchester YMCA is currently seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic part time gymnastics instructor to lead Parent & Child Gymnastics classes. The coach will be responsible for running practices, teaching basic gymnastics skills, and fostering growth in coordination, flexibility, strength, and confidence in young children. The pay range for this position is $15-$17 per hour.

DUTIES of a Gymnastics Instructor

Gymnastics instructors will help develop and implement a safe and enjoyable gymnastics program. Gymnastics instructors should be available to work weekday evenings and weekends to help facilitate gymnastics practices, games and clinics. Ideal gymnastics instructors will be creating lesson plans for youth ages 5-11, purchasing necessary materials & providing leadership to other gymnastics staff.

QUALIFICATIONS of a Gymnastics Instructor

Gymnastics instructors must have basic gymnastics knowledge and experience. Ability to instruct and spot school age children in basic gymnastics skills. Ability to adequately observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures. Gymnastics instructors must have the visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation. First Aid/CPR/AED certifications are desired upon hire but not required. Gymnastics instructors should have experience in working with children and with gymnastics and/or movement basics. The incumbent must be willing to learn and demonstrate at all times appropriate spotting and teaching techniques.

Who we are:

The YMCA of Greater Richmond stands committed to creating a work environment comprised of individuals from diverse socio-economic, racial, ethnic, religious, and national origins. We believe in nurturing the potential of all staff and are dedicated to the ongoing professional development of talent. We believe a diverse and inclusive work community is essential to fulfilling our mission of being open to all. The Y is a cause-driven organization focused on strengthening our community. The principles that guide us in our work are our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.