Gymnastics & Ninja Programs Lead (Part-Time)

Countrysideymca; Lebanon (OH); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

Countryside YMCA in Lebanon, OH is seeking a part-time Gymnastics & Ninja Program Coordinator to lead daily operations, mentor staff, and foster a safe, engaging environment for children.

The role emphasizes quality instruction, staff development, and curriculum improvements while ensuring safety, attendance, and excellent participant experiences in a supportive nonprofit setting. The coordinator collaborates with the Gymnastics Director and participates in program planning and special events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous gymnastics, ninja, or coaching experience in a gymnastics/ninja facility is required.
• 2-3 years of related experience preferred, with demonstrated ability to support and supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, supervision, and support to gymnastics and ninja staff while ensuring a safe, positive, and engaging environment for all participants.
• Models and promotes the YMCA's mission of developing a healthy mind, body, and spirit through quality recreation programming.
• Trains, mentors, and provides feedback to instructors and coaches to ensure consistent instruction, safety practices, and participant engagement.
• Oversees daily class operations, including staff coverage, class quality, equipment use, and program expectations.
• Assists with the development, implementation, and evaluation of gymnastics and ninja curriculum, lesson plans, and program improvements.
• Uses good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity when addressing staff, participant, and parent needs.
• Ensures staff follow YMCA policies, procedures, Code of Conduct standards, and appropriate behavior management practices.
• Communicates effectively with participants, parents, staff, and leadership to address questions, concerns, and program needs.
• Monitors class attendance, staff schedules, and program records to maintain accurate documentation.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe gymnastics/ninja environment while ensuring equipment and facility standards are met.
• Assists with staff scheduling, finding coverage, and communicating staffing needs with the Gymnastics Director.
• Supports hiring, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of gymnastics and ninja team members.
• Teaches gymnastics and ninja classes as needed, providing quality instruction, skill development, and a positive experience for participants.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations, emergency procedures, and risk management practices; reports concerns to the Gymnastics Director and Risk Management as needed.
• Supports special events, competitions, camps, clinics, evaluations, and scholarship fundraising activities.
• Attends required trainings, meetings, and professional development opportunities as directed by Countryside YMCA and the Gymnastics Director.

Skills

Gymnastics

Staff supervision

Communication

Safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Countryside YMCA in Lebanon, OH is seeking a part-time Gymnastics & Ninja Program Coordinator to lead daily operations, mentor staff, and foster a safe, engaging environment for children.

The role emphasizes quality instruction, staff development, and curriculum improvements while ensuring safety, attendance, and excellent participant experiences in a supportive nonprofit setting. The coordinator collaborates with the Gymnastics Director and participates in program planning and special events.