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Job Description
Why Your Role Matters At the YMCA, we believe in nurturing confidence, strength, and a sense of belonging in every child. As a Gymnastics Instructor, you help young athletes grow not only in their physical abilities but also in their courage, discipline, and self-expression. You will lead classes for students of all levels, teaching foundational body movement, coordination, and muscle development while creating a safe, supportive, and fun environment. This role also includes a dance component, allowing you to incorporate rhythm, musicality, and creative movement into your instruction-helping students develop grace, expression, and confidence in new ways. Through your guidance, students build self-confidence, improve coordination and flexibility, and discover the joy of mastering new skills-all within a welcoming community that encourages them to reach their fullest potential. How You Will Make an Impact Plan and deliver engaging gymnastics classes for children ages 3 -12, teaching age-appropriate skills such as chants, jumps, basic stunts, and dance routines Customize lessons to align with the developmental stage and skill level of each age group to ensure high engagement and progression Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that builds confidence, teamwork, and a sense of belonging among all participants Promote safety by teaching and modeling proper techniques, warm-ups, spotting methods, and injury prevention practices Prepare students for performances, community events, and showcases, coordinating choreography, attire, and event logistics Maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness of the practice area and equipment, conducting regular safety checks Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and the Program Director regarding student progress, class updates, and upcoming events Demonstrate leadership and professionalism, serving as a role model of sportsmanship, respect, and positivity. Serve as an ambassador for the organization, representing the YMCA positively to internal and external stakeholders, strengthening relationships and promoting the organization's impact. Be the ultimate storyteller of the YMCA's work and culture, sharing compelling stories that highlight the YMCA's contributions and values to engage and inspire the community. Complete other duties as assigned, adapting to additional responsibilities as needed to support the team and organization's goals, demonstrating flexibility and dedication. What you bring to the
Y:
Minimum of 16 years old Dance and Gymnastics or cheer/tumbling background. Instructor experience preferred. You have current CPR and First Aid certifications preferred or must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
Growth Mindset:
Learn and improve to better serve members and the mission.
Team Player:
Work collaboratively with others and support a positive team environment.
Communicates Effectively:
Listen actively and communicate clearly with members and peers.
Customer Focused:
Anticipates needs and ensures quality, member-centered service.
Fosters Belonging:
Ensure everyone feels welcomed, respected, and included.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Req Benefits:
Benefit from a free household YMCA membership, enriching both your life and the lives of others. Access retirement planning options to secure your future. Enhance your skills through participation in learning and development workshops. Exclusive cell phone plan discounts for AT&T and T-Mobile/Sprint users. Discounts on programs and services to make your YMCA experience even more rewarding.
Compensation:
$15 - $20 per hour,
DOE Additional Details :
The Greater Austin YMCA is a dynamic force elevating quality of life in Greater Austin by boldly expanding access for all children, adults, families and seniors in our rapidly growing community. For nearly 75 years, the Greater Austin YMCA has evolved to address each community's greatest needs, touching every phase of life and nurturing happier, healthier people, a stronger community and a better world. We believe everyone deserves access to high-quality programs that keep our community strong. As a proud 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we provide financial assistance to expand access so community members can learn, grow, and thrive through our early learning academies, fitness and wellness centers, youth programs, workforce development, adult programming, mental health counseling, and more. Each year, the Y serves nearly 140,000 people across Travis and Hays counties through seven fitness and wellness centers, more than 55 licensed campuses in four school districts, two YMCA Tomorrow Academy™ locations, and Camp Moody, our outdoor Adventure camp. Globally, the YMCA is one of the oldest and largest youth-serving organizations in the world, united by our commitment to a better future - for all.
Additional Information:
The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. The Greater Austin YMCA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Greater Austin YMCA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
