My Gym - Buffalo Grove
Location
Lake County, Illinois
Salary
$16 - $16 / HOUR
Lead and assist age-appropriate gymnastics classes for toddlers and older children to promote fitness and coordination. Ensure a safe, fun, and welcoming environment while helping children reach developmental milestones.
Ideal candidates have backgrounds in sports, kinesiology, physical fitness, early childhood education, gymnastics, dance, or martial arts. Must be enthusiastic and capable of fostering a positive experience for children and parents.
Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free food & snacks
We are looking for an enthusiastic and nurturing Parent-Child Gymnastics Instructor to join our team. In this role, you will lead engaging classes designed for toddlers supervised by their parents, focusing on movement, coordination, and social skills in a fun and safe environment. You will also oversee gymnastics programs for older children who participate independently, promoting fitness, confidence, and teamwork.
Lead and assist age-appropriate gymnastics classes, ensuring a positive experience for all participants Foster a fun and welcoming atmosphere that encourages engagement and participation Prioritize the safety of children while they learn and enjoy their activities Offer guidance and support to help children reach their developmental milestones Company Overview: My Gym Children’s Fitness Center is an international corporation with 600 locations dedicated to providing exceptional recreational fitness and gymnastics programs for children ages 6 weeks to 10 years. We also host unforgettable birthday parties! If you’re not familiar with My Gym, check out our website, Instagram, or Facebook (@mygymfun) to see the fun we have and our passion for children’s fitness!
At My Gym, we celebrate diversity and welcome individuals from all walks of life. As an inclusive workplace, we encourage our team members to bring their authentic selves to work. Our mission is to create #MomentsThatMatter—not just for our clients and their children but for our teachers as well. We strive to build a team that reflects the vibrant communities we serve, embracing all ethnicities, genders, beliefs, sexual identities, disabilities, and cultures. Every individual is valued for their unique contributions, helping us foster a rich and supportive environment for everyone.
Market context
Illinois classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially in districts seeking candidates who can support diverse student needs and communicate clearly with families and staff. This type of role is competitive because employers often look for classroom experience plus related backgrounds such as sociology, psychology, counseling, or education, and bilingual skills in English, Spanish, or Portuguese can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your resume to highlight public speaking experience and weekend availability if you have it.