Recreational Gymnastics Instructor

Paycom - ATS; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Coastal Georgia, Inc. is seeking a Recreational Gymnastics Instructor in Savannah, GA to run daily gymnastics classes and support member engagement. You will plan activities, teach fundamentals, and maintain a safe environment for all participants.

The role requires gymnastics certification or teaching experience, CPR/First Aid within 30 days, and the ability to pass a background check. A positive, customer-focused attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Gymnastics certification or 1–2 years of teaching experience preferred.
• Willingness to obtain gymnastics certification within timeframe set by manager.
• CPR and First Aid within 30 days of employment.
• Criminal background check clearance and eligibility to work with children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate age-appropriate group gymnastics classes.
• Teach specific gymnastic movements to participants.
• Maintain a safe environment and ensure participant safety.
• Attend required trainings and support member retention and fundraising efforts.

Skills

Gymnastics instruction

Customer service

Safety awareness

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:The Recreational Gymnastics Instructor is responsible for the daily operation of the Gymnastics program. Daily functions include facilitation of non-team gymnastics classes.In addition, every position in the YMCA of Coastal Georgia, Inc. is responsible for upholding the Judeo-Christian principles that are central to our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify the four pillars of character - caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Responsible for planning and facilitating age appropriate group gymnastics classesTeaches specific gymnastic movements to class participantsMaintains safe work environment and ensures the safety of all participantsAttends required department and individual trainingsAssist in the overall retention and satisfaction of YMCA members through appropriate customer serviceAssist in the Annual Campaign fundraising program for the YMCAMaintain a positive and cheerful attitude with staff, peers, and program participantsWillingly perform other duties as assignedThis organization has zero tolerance for abuse and will not tolerate the mistreatment or abuse of consumers in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee or volunteer will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or volunteer service and cooperation with law enforcement. This organization takes every allegation of abuse or misconduct seriously and will fully cooperate with the authorities to investigate all cases of alleged abuse or misconduct. Employees and volunteers shall cooperate with any external investigation by outside authorities or internal investigation conducted by the organization or persons given investigative authority by the organization. An employee or volunteer’s failure to cooperate with an investigation will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment or dismissal from the organization.QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:Gymnastics certification or one to two years of gymnastics teaching preferred.Must be willing to obtain gymnastics certification within timeframe indicated by manager and maintain certificate during course of employment.Sound working knowledge of accepted fitness standards and practices including gymnastic techniques.Ability to foster positive staff, peers, and program participants.CPR and First Aid required within 30 days of employment.Must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain authorization to work with children under the Georgia Department of Labor and YMCA guidelines.