The Gymnastics instructor will impact the community in the areas of healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility through the effective management of the YMCA gymnastics program. The gymnastics instructor will assist the Gymnastics Coordinator in the management of the gymnastics program in accordance with the policies and purpose of the Oak Square YMCA.

HOURS: This is a part time Weekend position. We are looking for someone with availability on Saturday or Sunday mornings or early afternoons.

 POSITION SUMMARY: • Assist on the development and implementation of a safe and effective curriculum for the YMCA gymnastics program. • Serve as instructor. • Serve as communication liaison between Youth and Families Director and gymnastics parents. • Attend regularly scheduled meetings. • Direct and supervise gymnastic classes. • Evaluate gymnasts on their performance level and put them in correct classes. • Engage in active listening and model relationship-building skills in all interactions with members, volunteers, guests, and staff members in order to build relationships and communicate our cause. Respond to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely and professional manner. • Reflect and uphold the mission and core values of the YMCA when dealing with gymnastics participants, parents, and community members. • Follow and enforce YMCA policies and procedures; respond to emergency situations. • Must be highly motivated, professional, and have an enthusiastic attitude. • Willingness to perform other duties as assigned 

 Key Responsibilities
• Assist on the development and implementation of a safe and effective curriculum for the YMCA gymnastics program. • Serve as instructor. • Serve as communication liaison between Youth and Families Director and gymnastics parents. • Attend regularly scheduled meetings. • Direct and supervise gymnastic classes. • Evaluate gymnasts on their performance level and put them in correct classes. • Engage in active listening and model relationship-building skills in all interactions with members, volunteers, guests, and staff members in order to build relationships and communicate our cause. Respond to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely and professional manner. • Reflect and uphold the mission and core values of the YMCA when dealing with gymnastics participants, parents, and community members. • Follow and enforce YMCA policies and procedures; respond to emergency situations. • Must be highly motivated, professional, and have an enthusiastic attitude. • Willingness to perform other duties as assigned 

 Qualifications
• Certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED as offered by the YMCA. • Embody the mission, vision, and core values of the YMCA. • Effective communication and organizational skills. • Knowledge and understanding of gymnastics principles, specific to the curriculum established.

 Job Requirements:
• Candidate must have 1-2 years of experience in teaching, and coaching Youth Gymnastics. • Ability to design and implement creative lesson plans utilizing coaching and facilitation skills with groups of 5-10 students. • Desire to build relationships and make a positive impact in the lives of youth. • Must have a high level of organizational and interpersonal skills. • Must possess excellent communication skills. • Ability to work as an integral member of the team. • Experience working with diverse populations. • Ability to interpret and carry out the mission and goals of the YMCA. • Minimum of 20 years of age • High School Diploma 

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