• Job Description

  Req#: 1449

  The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than just a job—you’ll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

  FIND A CAREER THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE
  WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

  Now Hiring at the Birmingham Family YMCA

  YMCA Employee Benefits

  • FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Family-friendly Work Environment
  • Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan

  General Function

  The Gymnastics Instructor will be responsible for teaching the three YMCA Gymnastics Recreational–Competitive Classes which are focused on Women’s Artistic Gymnastics [Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced].

  Education/Experience/Training/Certifications

  • At a minimum, a high school degree or equivalent (18+ years of age)
  • 2-3 years of experience in the field of gymnastics through personal participation or instruction
  • Experience training competitive gymnastics preferred; general knowledge of gymnastics required
  • Experience working with or teaching youth gymnastics preferred; interest in learning to work with or teach youth gymnastics required
  • CPR and First Aid certifications must be current within 30 days of hire

  Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Acts as a positive, self-confident role model for YMCA Gymnastics class participants
  • Maintains a professional demeanor and a safe and effective learning environment appropriate for children at all times
  • Teaches the three YMCA Gymnastics Recreational–Competitive Classes which are focused on Women’s Artistic Gymnastics [Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced]
  • Willing to learn teaching techniques/drills/hand spotting for all the class curriculums
  • Creates and implements lesson plans and rotation schedules for classes
  • Monitor Gymnastics Instructor Aides when in the Gymnastics Center
  • Assists with equipment maintenance, including cleaning and advises Head Coach of equipment needs and repairs
  • Performs other assigned duties as directed by the Supervisor

  Abilities & Skills

  • Ability to move equipment; must have the strength to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 90 pounds
  • Able to observe and evaluate activities from up to 30 yards away in an indoor gym setting

  For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page ( ymcadetroit.org/careers ).

  The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit (“YMCA”) is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law.

  The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with
  program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program
  participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with
  authorities in any case of abuse.

• About the company

  OFFICIAL SITE for the YMCA of the USA: At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that…

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