YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties·Lakewood, Washington
The instructor will provide direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for children of all ages, teaching gymnastics skills and progression while ensuring a safe and fun environment. Key duties include preparing age-appropriate lesson plans, enforcing safety rules, and incorporating YMCA values into the classes.
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Gymnastics Instructor to join our team.
The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
As a Gymnastics Instructor, you will provide direct leadership, instruction and motivation for children of all ages teaching gymnastics skills and progression. You will use your passion to serve others to help serve staff, members, guests, volunteers, and programs participants in the gymnastics program.
Six months or more of experience teaching gymnastics and/or personal gymnastics experience (preferred).
You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Positive attitude and previous experience with children of all ages and diverse populations.
Knowledge and skills in program activities and related gymnastics and office equipment set-up, and the ability to instruct participants in age-appropriate techniques.
Knowledge and skills to instruct gymnastics (preferred).
CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications (preferred).
Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
Able to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on the first day and other online and in-person training as required.
$18.00 to $18.50 per hour, depending on qualifications
Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week
Location: Lakewood Family YMCA, Lakewood, WA
Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team. To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org [http://www.ymcapkc.org/].
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled.
The Gymnastics Instructor provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for children of all ages teaching gymnastics skills and progression. Provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
· Prepare lesson plans with a natural progression appropriate to the age and ability of the gymnast.
· Outline class lesson plans to keep children moving, eliminate of lot of turn taking and standing or sitting for long periods of time.
· Responsible for instruction of gymnastics skills and progression.
· Enforce all safety rules and regulations in the gymnastics gym.
· Finish each class with a fun group activity. Incorporate and discuss the YMCA values and mission statement in the teaching of gymnastics classes.
· Show excitement through voice, actions, and posture.
· Keep accurate records of each class participant's progress reports.
· Track class attendance.
· Communicate with parents and supervisor regarding participant's performance.
· Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.
· Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events.
· Cleaning and sanitation protocols will be required of all staff.
· Staff will be responsible for frequent touchpoint cleaning and sanitizing in specific areas.
· Staff are expected to adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, including the use of PPE.
· Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
· Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
· Minimum of 15 years of age or older.
· Six months or more of experience teaching gymnastics and/or personal gymnastics experience preferred.
· Positive attitude and previous experience with children of all ages and diverse populations.
· Knowledge and skills in program activities and related gymnastics and office equipment set-up, and the ability to instruct participants in age appropriate techniques.
Knowledge and skills to instruct gymnastics.
· CPR, First Aid, AED certifications preferred.
· Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day. Complete other online and in-person training as required.
· Six months or more of experience teaching gymnastics and/or personal gymnastics experience preferred.
· Positive attitude and previous experience with children of all ages and diverse populations.
· Knowledge and skills in program activities and related gymnastics and office equipment set-up, and the ability to instruct participants in age appropriate techniques.
Knowledge and skills to instruct gymnastics.
· CPR, First Aid, AED certifications preferred.
This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of this position. This document is not an exhaustive list and other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without advanced notice.
This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties may exercise employment-at-will rights at any time.
By signing below, you are acknowledging that you have read the document in its entirety and that you understand the requirements, essential functions, and job duties of this position. Further, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation(s), and that should you need assistance, that you are responsible for notifying your Director, Executive Director, and/or Human Resources.
Candidates should ideally have six months or more of experience teaching gymnastics or personal gymnastics experience, along with a positive attitude and experience working with diverse populations of children. Preferred qualifications include CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications, and all hires must pass background checks and complete required child abuse prevention training.
Market context
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