What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Adaptive Movement Coach position at AcroSports Gymnastics & Circus Arts?
Responsibilities
AcroSports is hiring a compassionate, skilled, and energetic Integrative Program Movement Coach to support our adaptive and special needs programming. This role is ideal for someone who believes deeply in inclusion, thrives in a movement-based environment, and knows how to meet students exactly where they are.
If you have experience in gymnastics, parkour, circus arts, adaptive recreation, or working with diverse learners and you want to make a meaningful impact, keep reading.
About the Role:
As an Integrative Program Movement Coach, you’ll work with children and teens of varying physical, cognitive, developmental, and sensory abilities. You’ll administer our adaptive curriculum, foster belonging, and create a safe, welcoming space where every student can participate fully. You’ll be part of a collaborative coaching team and serve as an ambassador of AcroSports’ mission and values.
What You’ll Do:
-Coach and supervise youth classes, including adaptive and special needs programming
-Modify activities to support varying abilities and learning styles
-Use positive behavior support and coaching practices
-Create sensory-aware environments and adjust as needed
-Communicate clearly using verbal, visual, and physical demonstrations
-Collaborate with families, caregivers, and support staff
-Maintain safety, cleanliness, and ADA-compliant standards
-Support equipment setup and breakdown (including adaptive equipment)
-Attend required trainings and meetings (adaptive coaching and disability awareness)
-Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct at all times
Qualifications
-Experience coaching gymnastics, parkour, circus arts, or movement-based youth programs
-Experience working with individuals with disabilities or in adaptive recreation
-Knowledge of autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, Down syndrome, sensory processing differences, and learning disabilities, OR willingness to learn
-Familiarity with positive behavior support and de-escalation techniques
-Strong communication skills and inclusive language practices
-Patience, flexibility, and creative problem-solving
-Ability to collaborate with therapists, aides, caregivers, and families
Salary : $24 - $28