Gymnastics Instructors

Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 2,342,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

403(b) savings plan

Job summary

Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA seeks reliable Gymnastics Instructors for Fall 2026. You will lead groups of children through strength, flexibility, balance, and trick development activities, while evaluating and grouping participants by skill level.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety, proper equipment use, and a supportive learning environment that promotes youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Availability for days, evenings, and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Gymnastics Instruction Certification or prior gymnastics experience.
• Ability to relate effectively to children of all ages and adapt to varying personalities and learning levels.
• Current certification in instruction for Gymnastics or equivalent experience.
• Reliable and punctual; attendance is essential.
• Experience with youth and diverse populations; commitment to inclusion.
• Strong communication with participants, parents/guardians, and YMCA staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of children through a structured gymnastics program.
• Assess and group participants by skill and readiness daily.
• Monitor development and report progress for beginner to advanced levels.
• Use equipment properly and maintain a clean, organized class area.
• Follow Safety Guidelines and elevate safety awareness among participants and staff.
• Foster a positive, nurturing environment supporting youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Skills

Gymnastics instruction

Child engagement

Communication

Safety awareness

Reliability punctuality

Education

Gymnastics certification or equivalent

Job description

Our Sports Department is seeking reliable and high-energy Gymnastics Instructors to join our team in Fall 2026!

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.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 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
• Current certification in instruction for Gymnastics or equivalent experience
• 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

Hours:

Must be available to work days, evenings and weekends. Program classes run late afternoon, early evenings, and weekend mornings/afternoon.

Pay:

the rate is $18.03+ per hour, depending on experience level.

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

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