Instructor for Gymnastics Classes

The Little Gym International; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job summary

The Little Gym International in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking bubbly, high-energy instructors who thrive around kids and bring enthusiasm to every class. You will sing, move, and teach gymnastics while building confidence in young learners in a fun, safe environment.

We offer competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and ongoing training. Join a supportive, active team and help children grow through movement-based programs.

Qualifications

• Genuine love of working with children is essential.
• Strong communication with kids and adults.
• High energy and the ability to lead a room.
• Reliable and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging classes for children 4 months to 12 years using the center's curriculum.
• Create a fun, safe, and encouraging environment.
• Deliver outstanding experiences for children and parents; treat members like family.
• Lead classes, birthday parties, and gym activities with energy and professionalism.
• Help children learn through movement and purposeful instruction.

Skills

Communication skills

High energy

Leadership

Reliability

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Life’s too short to not work someplace awesome! If you love kids, enjoy moving, and being active in your job while having a ton of fun, you may be the person we are looking for!

The Little Gym of Scottsdale

is hiring bubbly, high-energy instructors who thrive in a room full of kids and bring enough enthusiasm to light up the gym. This is one of those rare jobs that doesn’t feel like a job — because every day you’ll be singing songs, sparking imaginations, teaching gymnastics and tumbling fundamentals, and helping children build confidence that lasts far beyond the gym.

The Little Gym

With more than 300 locations worldwide, The Little Gym is the premier enrichment and physical development center for children ages 4 months to 12 years. For 50 years, The Little Gym has helped millions of kids experience the thrill of achievement, develop new skills, and grow their confidence through gymnastics-based programs (Parent/Child, Pre-K, and Grade School classes) in a clean, fun, safe, and nurturing environment.

If you’re looking for meaningful work, a high-energy team, and the chance to make a real impact in kids’ lives, what are you waiting for? We’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Teach engaging classes for children ages 4 months to 12 years using The Little Gym’s proven curriculum and teaching method (don't worry, we'll teach you!)
• Create a fun, safe, and encouraging environment where kids can build confidence and skills
• Deliver an outstanding experience for children and parents — we treat our members like family
• Lead classes, birthday parties, and other gym activities with energy, professionalism, and enthusiasm
• Help children learn through movement, play, and purposeful instruction

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine love of working with children — this is non-negotiable
• A bubbly, outgoing personality and strong communication skills with both kids and adults
• High energy, hustle, and the ability to lead a room
• A positive attitude, reliability, and a strong work ethic
• Experience with children is a big plus (teaching, coaching, camps, daycare, nannying, child development, OT, etc.)
• Gymnastics, dance, cheer, fitness, athletics, martial arts, or related experience is helpful, but not required
• Availability for a consistent weekly schedule
• Ability to pass a background check

Schedule

We are hiring for full-time and part-time roles. Our schedule typically includes:

• Morning shifts: 8:30 AM–12:30 PM
• Evening shifts: 4:00 PM–7:00 PM
• Weekend classes and birthday parties as needed

Flexibility and reliability are important.

What You Get

• A job that’s active, rewarding, and genuinely fun
• The chance to make a lasting impact on children and families
• Ongoing training in a proven curriculum and teaching method (backed by American Academy of Pediatrics)
• Resume-building experience in child development, teaching, coaching, and leadership
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunities for growth within the business
• Incentive-based Sales perks (as we reach membership growth goals!)

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

To learn more about The Little Gym, visit The Little Gym.

Job Types: Part-time & Full-time

Schedule: Morning shift, after school, evening shift, weekends as needed

Work Location: In person – Scottsdale, AZ

Compensation: $15.50 - $20.00 per hour

When you work somewhere this fun, it doesn’t even feel like a job.

Want to wake up excited to go to work every morning, confident that you’re making a difference while having a blast? You’ve come to the right place. The Little Gym is the world’s premier enrichment and physical development center for children ages 4 months through 12 years. Programs offer children a Springboard to Life’s Adventures by using movement-based learning and imaginative play to help build the confidence and skills needed at each stage of childhood.

For over 40 years, our trained instructors have nurtured happy, confident kids through parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance and sports prep, plus enjoyable extras like camps, Parentsʼ Survival Nights and Awesome Birthday Bash parties. As a part of The Little Gym team, you will be part of a family dedicated to the growth and development of children all over the globe. We are looking for fun, outgoing, talented individuals who are looking to make a difference in their community. If this sounds like you, check out our open positions!

All associated locations are independently owned and operated by a franchisee.