Morning Gymnastics Instructor - Marblehead YMCA

Join Our Team as a Weekend Morning Gymnastics Instructor!

Are you passionate about gymnastics, dance, or cheer? Do you love 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 create a fun, safe, and progressive learning experience for children of all ages-from our engaging parent-child classes that introduce little ones to movement, to playful preschool classes that build coordination and confidence, all the way up to skill‑building sessions for school‑aged youth.

Your responsibilities will include:
Leading age‑appropriate classes that inspire a love for movement and skill development.
Providing clear demonstrations and instruction tailored to each class level.
Creating a safe environment by supervising activities and maintaining equipment.
Building positive relationships with children and families, supporting each child's growth and confidence.
Contributing to open gym sessions, curriculum planning, and a welcoming, team‑oriented atmosphere.

What We're Looking For:
Experience teaching or participating in gymnastics, cheer, dance, or similar disciplines.
A passion for nurturing young children and supporting family engagement in parent-child classes.
Strong communication skills and positive guidance techniques.
Physical ability to demonstrate skills for various class levels.
A collaborative spirit and commitment to our mission.

Why Work With Us?

At the YMCA, we're committed to growing both children and staff in a supportive, mission‑driven environment.

Benefits include:
• Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs
• Paid training and professional development
• Advancement opportunities across our seven YMCA locations
• Retirement fund with 12% company contribution (once vested; no match required)
• Sick time accrual

Bring your energy, creativity, and love for movement-and help us build confidence, strength, and joy in every child! ♀️

Qualifications

What we're looking for:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Teaching experience and a passion for working with kids
Positive attitude, reliability, and a team spirit

Schedule: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings - perfect for anyone looking to inspire young learners on weekends!

Environmental factors:
• Must be able to see and hear in case of an emergency
• Ability to lift and maneuver equipment or a child weighing up to 55 lbs
• Comfort navigating 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.