About the Role
The Gymnastics/Tumbling Sports Instructor is responsible for leading safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate gymnastics and tumbling classes for youth participants. This individual will foster a supportive environment that encourages skill development, confidence, and fun, while ensuring safety and adherence to YMCA values.
Key Responsibilities
Essential Responsibilities:
• Instruct weekly gymnastics and/or tumbling classes for youth, ages 4–12 (or as designated). • Prepare and deliver structured lesson plans aligned with YMCA program standards. • Ensure a safe and inclusive environment by monitoring student behavior and reinforcing safety procedures at all times. • Maintain a clean and organized gym/activity space, ensuring equipment is properly used and stored. • Communicate with parents/guardians regarding progress, behavior, and class updates when appropriate. • Support YMCA programming by participating in special events, session transitions, and promotional activities when needed. • Report all incidents, injuries, and facility/equipment concerns to the supervisor in a timely manner. • Attend required staff meetings and trainings, including child abuse prevention and CPR/First Aid (if applicable).
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Qualifications:
• Minimum age: 18 years. • Experience in gymnastics, tumbling, cheerleading, dance, or related physical education activities. • Prior experience teaching youth in a recreational or instructional setting strongly preferred. • Strong communication skills and a passion for youth development. • Ability to lead engaging classes and adjust instruction to suit varying ages and skill levels Work Schedule: • Classes run once per week for 2 hours per session (typically Tuesdays evenings 6-8 pm)
ABUSE RISK MANAGEMENT:
· Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
· Complete all required abuse prevention training.
· Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
· Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
· Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
· Ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations
· Respond seriously and confidentially to reports of suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and respond to violations using the organization's procedures and policies.