Join Our Team as a Tumbling Instructor!

We're on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced Tumbling Instructor to join our team. As a Tumbling Instructor, you'll play a key role in teaching children various tumbling skills and techniques, fostering their physical development, coordination, and confidence. Join us in creating a safe and engaging learning environment where children can explore and master tumbling movements while having a blast!

Responsibilities:

• Tumbling Instruction: Teach children, typically aged 5 to 12, a variety of tumbling skills including rolls, cartwheels, handstands, bridges, backbends, walkovers, and basic acrobatic maneuvers.
• Lesson Planning: Develop age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with the tumbling program's goals. Design progressive skill-building activities to enhance children's tumbling abilities.
• Skill Demonstration: Demonstrate proper techniques and provide clear instructions to children for safe and effective tumbling. Emphasize proper form, body alignment, and control.
• Safety and Spotting: Prioritize safety and enforce safety rules during training sessions. Be proficient in spotting techniques to assist children during skill practice and ensure their safety.
• Progress Evaluation: Assess children's progress, offer constructive feedback, and set appropriate goals to improve their tumbling abilities.
• Engage and Motivate: Create a positive and supportive learning environment that encourages children to try new skills and overcome challenges. Use positive reinforcement to boost children's self-confidence.
• Individualized Instruction: Adapt teaching methods to meet the needs and abilities of individual children. Provide personalized attention and modifications as necessary.
• Communication: Maintain open communication with parents/guardians, updating them on their child's progress, achievements, and any concerns. Offer guidance and recommendations for home practice and skill enhancement.
• Class Management: Ensure classes are well-structured and organized. Maintain discipline, enforce rules, and address behavioral issues promptly and professionally.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on current tumbling trends, techniques, and safety guidelines. Seek professional development opportunities to enhance coaching skills and knowledge.

Qualifications:

• Tumbling Expertise: Strong background in tumbling with proficiency in a wide range of tumbling skills and techniques.
• Coaching Experience: Prior experience instructing children in tumbling, gymnastics, dance, cheerleading, or related disciplines. Familiarity with coaching methods, skill progressions, and lesson planning.
• Safety Certification: Hold current certifications in First Aid and CPR. Additional certifications in tumbling safety and spotting techniques are advantageous.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with children, parents, and fellow instructors. Ability to provide clear instructions and offer constructive feedback.
• Patience and Encouragement: Ability to work patiently with children of varying ages, skill levels, and learning styles. Encourage and motivate children to develop their tumbling abilities and build confidence.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to modify coaching methods to accommodate individual children's needs and learning styles.
• Physical Fitness: Demonstrated physical fitness and strength to perform tumbling skills. Ability to lead conditioning exercises and assist children during training sessions.

If you're passionate about tumbling and empowering children to reach their full potential, we want you on our team! Apply now and let's inspire the next generation of tumblers together!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Tumbling: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person