Saratoga Regional YMCA·Saratoga Springs, New York
Provide leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in gymnastics classes. Create a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies.
Description Part-time opportunity available! $16.00/hour
The Saratoga Regional YMCA is hiring for a Gymnastics Instructor and we are excited to have you join our team! This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Provides leadership, instruction and motivation for students in gymnastics classes. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Fun, interactive atmosphere! Competitive pay Free YMCA membership!
Minimum age of 16 years old; Must be able to furnish working papers. 3+ years gymnastics participation experience. Current CPR PRO & First Aid certifications. Child abuse prevention training annually. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This work is primarily performed indoors and may require any one or more of the following physical activities: Must have the ability to remain standing and moving for extended periods of time; bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, standing, walking, running, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, and/or visual acuity. Ability to lift equipment, up to 40 pounds. The noise level is usually moderate to high. We’re proud to be recognized as a 2026 USA Today Top Workplace, a national honor awarded based entirely on employee feedback. This recognition reflects our supportive, people-first culture and the passionate team that makes the Y such a special place to work.
The SRYMCA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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