What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at The Little Gym International?
Benefits:
If you bring high energy, love working with children, and want a role where you can lead, grow, and make a real impact—this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
With 300 locations worldwide, The Little Gym is a leader in children’s enrichment and physical development for ages 4 months to 12 years. For over 40 years, we’ve helped millions of kids build confidence, coordination, and life skills through structured, non-competitive programs in a safe and nurturing environment.
What You’ll Do
This role is designed as a stepping stone into leadership. High-performing team members will have the opportunity to grow into a full-time Gym Director position, with increased responsibility for operations, team leadership, and business performance.
All associated locations are independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchise, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to The Little Gym Franchising Corporate.
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
If you bring high energy, love working with children, and want a role where you can lead, grow, and make a real impact—this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Make a real difference in kids’ confidence and development
- Stay active and energized throughout your day
- Work in a fun, supportive, team-oriented environment
- Competitive pay performance-based growth opportunities
- Ongoing training and a clear path for advancement into leadership roles
With 300 locations worldwide, The Little Gym is a leader in children’s enrichment and physical development for ages 4 months to 12 years. For over 40 years, we’ve helped millions of kids build confidence, coordination, and life skills through structured, non-competitive programs in a safe and nurturing environment.
What You’ll Do
- Lead fun, high-energy classes using a structured curriculum
- Create an exceptional experience for both kids and parents
- Oversee day-to-day gym operations (scheduling, staffing, facility upkeep)
- Hire, train, and develop a high-performing team
- Drive membership growth through community outreach and marketing
- Manage and grow social media presence (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
- Use digital tools (including AI) to streamline communication and marketing
- Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
- Experience in customer service and team leadership
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Comfort with social media and digital tools
- Positive, energetic personality with a genuine love for kids
- Ability to balance leadership responsibilities with hands-on instruction
- Background in child development, education, or gymnastics (preferred)
This role is designed as a stepping stone into leadership. High-performing team members will have the opportunity to grow into a full-time Gym Director position, with increased responsibility for operations, team leadership, and business performance.
All associated locations are independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchise, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to The Little Gym Franchising Corporate.
Salary : $40,000 - $50,000