Kids Instructor

Life Time Inc.; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 23,763 - 29,618; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully subsidized membership

Discounts on products and services

401(k) plan with discretionary match

Training and professional development

Paid sick leave

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Life Time Inc. in Gaithersburg, Maryland is seeking a Kids Instructor to provide engaging educational and fitness programs for children aged 3-11. You'll organize fun activities, ensure children's safety, and promote participation in the Kids Academy. An hourly wage of $17.25 to $21.50 is offered based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include a subsidized membership, discounts, and access to a 401(k) plan. A commitment to an inclusive workplace is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Completion of all Kids On-Demand Required Learnings prior to first day of work.
• 6+ months of teaching children ages 3 – 11 in similar programs or activities.

Responsibilities

• Organize, instruct, and implement safe, fun activities for children aged 3-11.
• Foster cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Ensure children’s safety and maintain a healthy environment.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Engaging children in activities

Education

Less than a High School Diploma or GED

First Aid certification

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Kids Instructor provides best‑in‑class, educational/fitness‑minded programming for our children. They organize, instruct and implement safe, fun and entertaining activities and games for children between the ages of three months to 11 years in the Kids Academy. Kids Instructors may also host parties and other events.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Greets, acknowledges, and interacts with members and guests in a friendly and professional manner.
• Fosters children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development by instructing organized activities in accordance with the Kids Academy Schedule.
• Prepares and sets up for class and transfers kids to and from programming.
• Makes accurate records of children’s attendance, development, and incidents.
• Monitors and interacts with children to maintain a safe and healthy environment with respect to toys, sports equipment, other children, and surroundings.
• Utilizes positive behavior management techniques and communicates clearly with parents and team members.
• Promotes all Junior programming to increase participation in all Kids & Aquatics programming.
• Maintains the Kids Academy and other program areas by following the cleaning checklist and performing assigned tasks. Restocks supplies after each class.
• Handles incidents and emergencies in a calm and professional manner.

Position Requirements

• Less than a High School Diploma or GED.
• Completion of all Kids On‑Demand Required Learnings prior to first day of work.
• First Aid certification, Infant/Child and Adult CPR/AED certification required within the first 60 days of hire.

Preferred Requirements

• 6+ months of teaching children ages 3 – 11 in similar programs or activities.
• Ability to engage a group of children in an activity.
• Customer service and strong communication skills.

Pay

This is an hourly position with wages starting at $17.25 and paying up to $21.50, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

• A fully subsidized membership.
• Discounts on Life Time products and services.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older).
• Training and professional development.
• Paid sick leave where required by law.

Full‑time team members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Pre‑tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
• Parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave.
• Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold.

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.