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Program Director

Crossroads YMCA
Hobart, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/24/2026

Pay starts at $21.00 per hour and up based on experience

 

 

Coach, lead, and build programs that shape confident, capable kids. Become our next Program Director leading sports, gymnastics, cheer, dance, and ninja. Apply Today!

About the Role

This is a high-energy, hands-on leadership role where you’ll oversee sports, gymnastics, dance, cheer, and ninja programs while building a fun, safe, and welcoming environment for kids and families. As Program Director, you’ll lead staff, grow programs, and create an experience that keeps participants coming back. You’ll balance coaching, leadership, and operations—no two days are the same.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and grow sports, gymnastics, dance, cheer, and ninja programs

  • Hire, train, schedule, and coach staff and instructors

  • Ensure a safe, engaging, and high-quality experience for participants

  • Develop new programs and expand offerings based on community needs

  • Manage schedules, equipment, and program spaces

  • Monitor budgets, enrollment, and program performance

  • Build relationships with members, families, and community partners

  • Support marketing efforts and special events

  • Handle day-to-day problem solving, parent communication, and staff support

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience coaching or teaching gymnastics, dance, cheer, or ninja

  • A strong leader who can motivate, coach, and develop a team

  • Organized and able to manage multiple programs at once

  • Comfortable interacting with kids, parents, and staff daily

  • Positive, energetic, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills

  • Enjoys a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and special events, when our programs are at their best and most active

This Role Might Not Be a Fit If…

  • You prefer a quiet, predictable workday

  • You’re looking for a desk-only or administrative role

  • You’re not comfortable managing staff or giving feedback

  • You don’t enjoy working directly with kids and families

  • You’re not able to work evenings or weekends

  • You struggle in fast-paced, constantly changing environments

What the Job Is Really Like

  • You’ll be on your feet, moving between classes, staff, and families

  • You’ll juggle coaching, leadership, and operational responsibilities

  • Some days are structured—others require quick thinking and flexibility

  • You’ll be highly visible and a go-to person for both staff and parents

  • Success comes from energy, organization, and strong people skills

What You Bring

  • 2 years of related experience (coaching, teaching, or program leadership)

  • Knowledge of progressive skill development

  • Ability to lead staff and manage multiple priorities

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Basic computer skills (Office 365)

 

Why You’ll Love It Here

  • You get to make a daily impact on kids and families

  • Fun, active, and energetic work environment

  • Opportunity to lead, grow programs, and build a team

  • Mission-driven organization focused on youth development

Our Mission

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

 

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Current USA Gymnastics Safety Certification or obtain within first 30 days of hire
  2. 3-4 years of related instruction, coaching and lesson planning in gymnastics, dance and cheer
  3. Practical knowledge of progressive skill building as related directly to instructional gymnastics and working knowledge of USA gymnastics
  4. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills.
  5. Possess strong leadership qualities and work as a team member
  6. Ability to relate and communicate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
  7. Flexible Schedule to work evenings and weekends during program offerings.
  8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to quickly learn other software programs

Salary : $21

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