Gymnastics Instructor - Manchester YMCA

YMCA of Greater Richmond • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The Manchester YMCA is currently seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic part time gymnastics instructor to lead Parent & Child Gymnastics classes. The coach will be responsible for running practices, teaching basic gymnastics skills, and fostering growth in coordination, flexibility, strength, and confidence in young children. Who we are: The YMCA of Greater Richmond stands committed to creating a work environment comprised of individuals from diverse socio-economic, racial, ethnic, religious, and national origins. We believe in nurturing the potential of all staff and are dedicated to the ongoing professional development of talent. We believe a diverse and inclusive work community is essential to fulfilling our mission of being open to all. The Y is a cause-driven organization focused on strengthening our community. The principles that guide us in our work are our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Requirements

• Gymnastics instructors must have basic gymnastics knowledge and experience.
• Ability to instruct and spot school age children in basic gymnastics skills.
• Ability to adequately observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures.
• Gymnastics instructors must have the visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
• Gymnastics instructors should have experience in working with children and with gymnastics and/or movement basics.
• The incumbent must be willing to learn and demonstrate at all times appropriate spotting and teaching techniques.

Nice To Haves

• First Aid/CPR/AED certifications are desired upon hire but not required.

Responsibilities

• Gymnastics instructors will help develop and implement a safe and enjoyable gymnastics program.
• Gymnastics instructors should be available to work weekday evenings and weekends to help facilitate gymnastics practices, games and clinics.
• Ideal gymnastics instructors will be creating lesson plans for youth ages 5-11, purchasing necessary materials & providing leadership to other gymnastics staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed