What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Morning Gymnastics Instructor - Beverly YMCA position at YMCA of the North Shore?
Join Our Team as a Morning Gymnastics Instructor!
Are you passionate about gymnastics, dance, or cheer? Do you enjoy working with children and making a positive impact through movement and sport? If you're looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity in a supportive and energetic environment, we'd love to meet you!
About the Role:
As a Gymnastics Instructor, you'll play a key role in creating a safe, fun, and progressive learning experience for youth participants. From introductory classes for preschool-aged children to skill-building sessions for school-aged youth, you'll help students grow in confidence and ability.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Leading engaging, age-appropriate classes that encourage skill development and a love for movement.
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Providing clear demonstrations and instruction for a range of gymnastics skills.
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Ensuring a safe environment by supervising activities and maintaining proper equipment setup and takedown.
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Building strong, positive relationships with participants and families to support their personal growth and development.
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Assisting with open gym sessions, supporting curriculum delivery, and contributing to an inclusive, team-oriented atmosphere.
What We're Looking For:
To thrive in this role, you bring:
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Experience teaching or participating in gymnastics, cheer, dance, or similar disciplines.
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A passion for working with youth in a positive, instructive setting.
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The physical ability to demonstrate skills across a range of class levels.
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Strong communication and behavior management skills using positive guidance techniques.
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A team-first attitude and a desire to contribute to a collaborative, mission-driven organization.
Why Work With Us?
At the YMCA, we're committed to fostering growth-in our participants and our staff. We offer a welcoming work culture, ongoing training, and opportunities for advancement across our seven locations.
Benefits include:
- Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs.
- Paid training and development.
- Advancement and growth opportunities within our seven YMCA locations.
- Retirement fund with 12% company contribution (once vested/no match required)
- Sick time accrual
- Must be available in the mornings: Monday-Thursday 8:30am-12:30pm, and/or Saturday's 8am-2pm
- Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
- Must have teaching experience and work well with kids
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
- Must be able to see and hear an emergency
- Ability to lift equipment and maneuver equipment and weight up to 55 lbs or that of a small to average size child
- Must be able to navigate the uneven surfaces on the gym floor
The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.
The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, veteran's status, or sexual orientation.