Parkour & Gymnastics Instructors

New Canaan Community Ymca; New Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

New Canaan Community Ymca in New Canaan, CT is seeking part-time Parkour and Gymnastics instructors to teach semester-based and workshop-based curriculums for children aged 3–14. You will lead classes, private lessons, open gyms, and workshops, while keeping a safe, organized, and positive environment.

Responsibilities include creating lesson plans for groups up to 12, supervising equipment, monitoring safety, attending staff trainings, and communicating progress to parents at semester

Qualifications

• Experience teaching at least one specialty area of gymnastics and/or parkour.
• Experience teaching children is required.
• CPR certification required within 6 months of employment.
• USA Gymnastics Certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver age-appropriate lesson plans to groups of up to 12 children.
• Safely arrange equipment as needed and report any equipment issues to the Assistant Director.
• Ensure that children are listening, following rules, and maintain a strong coach presence.
• Participate in staff training sessions to build more advanced parkour and gymnastics curriculum.
• Demonstrate skills and spot participants when necessary.
• Take attendance for all classes taught and alert the Assistant Director of extended absences.
• Ensure the gym and equipment are clean, organized, and secure before leaving.
• Communicate students’ progress with parents at a once‑per‑semester showcase.
• Report injuries or incidents promptly to the director.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Programs.

Skills

Parkour instruction

Gymnastics instruction

Child safety

Teaching experience

Education

USA Gymnastics Certification

Job description

Job Details

Location: New Canaan, CT 06840

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $20.00 - $26.53 hourly

Position Summary

Parkour and Gymnastics instructors teach semester‑based and workshop‑based curriculum for children ages 3‑14. Responsibilities include teaching classes, private lessons, open gyms, and workshops, as well as maintaining a safe, organized, and positive environment for all participants.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and deliver age‑appropriate lesson plans to groups of up to 12 children.
• Safely arrange equipment as needed and report any equipment issues to the Assistant Director.
• Ensure that children are listening, following rules, and maintain a strong coach presence.
• Participate in staff training sessions to build more advanced parkour and gymnastics curriculum.
• Demonstrate skills and spot participants when necessary.
• Take attendance for all classes taught and alert the Assistant Director of extended absences.
• Ensure the gym and equipment are clean, organized, and secure before leaving.
• Communicate students’ progress with parents at a once‑per‑semester showcase.
• Report injuries or incidents promptly to the director.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Programs.

Physical Demands

• Stand for extended periods and shift and rearrange equipment as needed.
• Support children with skill‑building as required.
• Work is performed indoors; minimal outdoor exposure is expected.

Impact and Outcomes

• Participants enjoy a high‑quality, safe, and engaging experience in classes focused on parkour, gymnastics, or aerial silks.
• Participants develop strong fundamental skills from introductory level courses and have opportunities to grow within the sport.
• Positive representation and reinforcement of the YMCA mission and values.
• Support a community‑centered athletics program that emphasizes curiosity, new skill acquisition, and a positive relationship between children and physical activity.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching at least one specialty area of gymnastics and/or parkour, or willingness to complete training.
• Experience teaching children is required.
• Specialization certifications (e.g., USA Gymnastics Certification) are preferred but not required.
• Ability to supervise and teach youth classes in a recreational setting.
• CPR certification required within 6 months of employment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to identify and respond to safety concerns in a gymnastics studio environment.
• Comfortable communicating and teaching safety rules and fundamentals of the specialization area, and progressing children appropriately through more advanced skills.
• Serve as a positive role model and consistently demonstrate the YMCA’s Four Core Values: Honesty, Responsibility, Respect, and Caring.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming environment for all participants and families.