Ninja & School-Age Gymnastics Coach (Part-Time)

TNT Kid's Fitness & Gymnastics; Fargo, Northern (ND, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Professional development

Job summary

TNT Kid's Fitness & Gymnastics in Fargo, ND is seeking coaches to lead School-Age Ninja and Gymnastics programs for children, emphasizing safe progression and confidence in movement.

You will design engaging lesson plans, track attendance and skills, and maintain a positive, energetic class atmosphere while adhering to safety rules and certifications. This role offers afternoon/evening hours during the school year.

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for building relationships and positively influencing youth through movement.
• Experience coaching ninja, gymnastics, parkour, obstacle course racing, martial arts, rock climbing, cheerleading or similar programs preferred.
• Experience working with children as coach, childcare worker, camp counselor, preschool teacher, para educator, or elementary teacher preferred.
• Attending or graduated from university in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Science, Physical Education, Coaching, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Elementary Education, Health Education, Nursing, or Special Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Unlocking potential by teaching curriculum content and progressions.
• Create a fun, positive, and energetic class environment.
• Teach safe progressions while helping athletes build strength and confidence.
• Complete attendance, skill tracking, and evaluations.
• Maintain gym safety rules and supervise class activities.

Skills

Relationship building

Youth coaching

Ninja coaching

Gymnastics coaching

Education

University attendance in Physical Therapy/OT/Exercise Science/Coaching/Ed.

Special Education/Health Education background

Tools

CPR/First Aid/AED Certification

Job description

TNT Kid's Fitness & Gymnastics vision is to become a global leader in making a difference in people's lives through movement. We are an inclusive gymnastics space that provides innovative programming for physical activity that serves special needs alongside competitive athletes. Our core values comprise of Balance, Education, Loyalty, Innovation, Equality, Versatility and Empathy.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Serve TNT's mission by building and fostering relationships in a fun, positive, and safe environment. Coaches create and/or implement age-appropriate activities that enhance skill development and achieve desired skill objectives while helping every athlete build confidence through movement.

Coaches may teach in the following programs, with a primary focus on School-Age Ninja:

• School-Age Ninja (Ages 6+) - Lead exciting, high-energy classes focused on obstacle training, agility, strength, coordination, balance, and confidence. Coaches implement preset obstacle circuits, modify activities as needed, and progress athletes through TNT's Ninja curriculum.
• School-Age Gymnastics (Ages 6+) - Create engaging lesson plans while teaching gymnastics progressions that help athletes safely develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and confidence.
• Preschool Gymnastics (Ages 3-5) - Implement activities using preset circuits designed around developmental milestones and gymnastics progressions in a fun, encouraging environment.
• Baby & Toddler Gymnastics (3 Months-3 Years) - Guide parents and active helpers through age-appropriate activities that promote developmental milestones using movement, exploration, and play.

Skills/Knowledge Required or Work-Related Experience:

All candidates must have a passion for building relationships and positively influencing youth through movement.

Preferred but not required:

• Experience participating in or coaching ninja, gymnastics, parkour, obstacle course racing, martial arts, rock climbing, cheerleading, or other athletic programs.
• Experience working with children as a coach, childcare employee, camp counselor, preschool teacher, para educator, or elementary teacher.
• Attending, interested in attending, or graduated from university for: Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Science, Physical Education, Coaching, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Elementary Education, Health Education, Nursing, or Special Education.

Coaches are Responsible for:

• Unlocking Potential while learning all content needed to teach the curriculum.
• Creating an exciting, positive, and energetic class environment.
• Teaching safe progressions while helping athletes build strength, confidence, and new skills.
• Completing administrative tasks associated with scheduled classes (attendance, skill tracking, evaluations, etc.).
• Keeping customers safe by teaching age-appropriate activities and enforcing gym safety rules.
• Completing all nightly cleaning duties and gym reset tasks.
• Staying current with upcoming TNT events.
• Maintaining all required certifications pertinent to the position.

Certifications:

(Completed within the first 3 months of hire - all training paid by TNT)

• Fingerprint Background Check through the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services
• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification for Adult, Child, and Infant
• CDC Heads UP Concussion Training
• USA Gymnastics Required Certifications

Compensation:

• $14.00-$24.00 per hour

Perks & Benefits:

• Meaningful work that makes a difference in children's lives.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

Hours:

• Afternoon and evening shifts Monday through Friday during the school year (approximately 3:15 PM-8:15 PM).