Gymnastics Instructor

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Shift: Morning and Evening Availability

Location: Lakewood Family YMCA, Lakewood, WA 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 program participants in the gymnastics program.

Qualifications: 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 (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). Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Key Responsibilities: Prepare lesson plans with a natural progression appropriate to the age and ability of the gymnast. Instruct gymnasts in a safe and fun manner Outline class lesson plans to keep children moving Enforce all safety rules and regulations in the gymnastics gym. Finish each class with a fun group activity Benefits All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits: A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center Professional training, education, and certification opportunities 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options: HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions) Willamette Dental Plan VSP Vision Plan 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