Keene Young Mens·Keene, New Hampshire
The instructor leads safe, educational, and fun gymnastics classes while building positive relationships with participants. They are responsible for setting up lesson plans, supervising gym activities, and evaluating participant progress.
Supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Builds members and the community’s understanding of the YMCA’s impact. This position instructs gymnastics classes, open gyms, and rentals in a safe, enjoyable, culturally aware, and positive environment. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.?We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.?We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.?We are nurturing: We support you in your journey to develop your full potential.?We are determined: more than anything else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Builds personal and meaningful culturally aware relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests. While exemplifying the Y’s commitment to the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility and responds to all members and community inquiries promptly. Leads energizing, fun, culturally aware, safe, and educational group gymnastics classes, as directed by the supervisor, to conduct the YMCA mission and goals. Provide direct supervision and instruction to gymnastics participants following the YMCA Best practices, policies, and procedures. Help with setting up and implementing lesson plans and providing structure to classes, rentals, and open gymnastics. Develops positive relationships with participants and provides motivational support and guidance. Perform evaluations of each session, which will give participants a baseline to see improvements. Convey program information, surveys, and annual campaigns to participants. Participates in staff meetings, training, events, reviews, and other scheduled events. Upholds all YMCA policies, procedures, standards, and code of conduct. Fulfills any other functions designated by the YMCA Administration.
The role requires the ability to provide direct supervision and instruction in a gymnastics setting. Candidates must uphold YMCA policies and demonstrate a commitment to the organization's core values.
Market context
In New Hampshire, gymnastics instructor openings are typically tied to youth programs, community centers, and YMCA-style settings that need reliable direct supervision and safe instruction. These roles can be competitive because employers look for candidates who can manage groups, follow organizational policies, and reflect core values while working within a modest hourly pay range. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show experience with youth supervision, coaching, and policy compliance.