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Parent-Child Instructor and Shift Lead
Plano, TX, 75093, USPosted 9 months ago
Part Timeonsite
Job Description
Benefits:
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Company parties
PARENT-CHILD INSTRUCTOR AND SHIFT LEAD (This is NOT a Summer Position)
ARE YOU THE RIGHT FIT?
We're looking for a mature, experienced professional who loves working with our youngest learners (babies and toddlers, 4 months-3 years) and can work weekday mornings plus one weekend mornings.
If that's you, keep reading!
THE SCHEDULE:
THE SCHEDULE:
- 25–30 hours per week
- Morning shifts ONLY
- Shifts range from 3.5–5 hours
- Must be available to work all 6 days, Monday - Saturday mornings (required)
COMPENSATION:
$18-$25/hour (based on experience)
WHAT YOU'LL TEACH:
Parent-Child Classes for our youngest members:
- Babies (4-10 months): Sensory exploration, tummy time, bonding
- Crawlers (10-19 months): Movement circuits, early walking support
- Toddlers (20-36 months): Confidence building, beginning gymnastics skills
You'll guide parents and their little ones through movement, music, and play while building trust and community.
YOUR ROLE:
As a Parent-Child Instructor and Shift Lead, you will:
As a Parent-Child Instructor and Shift Lead, you will:
- Teach engaging parent-child classes for babies and toddlers
- Lead daily shift operations
- Provide outstanding customer service
- Answer phones and assist families with enrollment
- Sell memberships, classes, camps, and birthday parties
- Support daily business operations and end-of-shift procedures
- Build strong relationships with families and children
- Help create a warm, welcoming, and professional environment
WHO WE NEED:
Required:
- 3-5+ years working with young children (early childhood education, childcare, preschool, or parenting experience valued)
- Understanding of infant/toddler developmental milestones
- Weekend availability is essential
- Adult professional presence
- Ability to meet physical demands of the role (see below)
Physical Requirements:
- Able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs (holding toddlers, moving equipment)
- Able to get down on the floor and stand up repeatedly throughout the day
- Able to demonstrate movement activities (jumping, running, climbing)
- Able to spot and support children during physical activities
- Able to remain active and engaged for entire shift (no sitting)
- Able to participate in all class activities alongside children
You Are:
- Patient & nurturing with babies and toddlers
- Warm, outgoing, and naturally connect with families
- Reliable and responsible
- An excellent communicator - parents trust your guidance
- Energetic and physically active throughout your workday
Bonus:
- Leadership experience or ability to mentor newer team members
- Background in early childhood education
- Gymnastics, dance, or children's fitness experience
- CPR/First Aid certified
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT:
- Meaningful work - Watch babies and toddlers gain confidence every day
- Life balance - Weekend work + flexible weekday mornings
- Stay active - Get paid to play, move, and sing
- Professional environment - Work with experienced team members
- Established business - Franchise owned/operated since 2019 with 470+ members
READY TO APPLY?
Send your resume and briefly tell us about your experience working with babies and toddlers.
Seeking experienced professionals only.
The Little Gym - 40+ years helping children build confidence through movement-based learning.
Background checks required. Equal opportunity employer.