What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tumbling Instructor position at Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA?
Arlington-mansfield Area Ymca Job Description
Job Title: Tumbling Instructor
Position Summary
Do you have a passion for gymnastics and tumbling? Do you love working with kids and helping them develop confidence, strength, and new skills? Our Recreational Tumbling Program is designed for children ages 4 to 12 years old, offering skill levels from beginner to intermediate.
We are looking for a Tumbling Coach with a strong gymnastics/tumbling background who will lead weekly classes in a safe, fun, and engaging environment. Classes range from basic movements like forward and backward rolls to more advanced skills such as back handsprings and back tucks.
Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Essential Functions
Job Title: Tumbling Instructor
Position Summary
Do you have a passion for gymnastics and tumbling? Do you love working with kids and helping them develop confidence, strength, and new skills? Our Recreational Tumbling Program is designed for children ages 4 to 12 years old, offering skill levels from beginner to intermediate.
We are looking for a Tumbling Coach with a strong gymnastics/tumbling background who will lead weekly classes in a safe, fun, and engaging environment. Classes range from basic movements like forward and backward rolls to more advanced skills such as back handsprings and back tucks.
Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Essential Functions
- Plan and instruct recreational tumbling classes, ensuring all lessons align with skill development and progression goals.
- Teach safe, fun, and effective tumbling techniques, adapting to the needs and abilities of each child.
- Provide clear verbal and visual demonstrations, incorporating skill-building drills and progressions.
- Maintain a positive and encouraging environment, offering constructive feedback to help athletes improve their technique and form.
- Ensure safety at all times by properly spotting, maintaining equipment, and enforcing class guidelines.
- Communicate with parents and athletes regarding progress, goals, and class expectations.
- Uphold YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith.
- Maintain equipment and facilities to ensure a safe and clean learning environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Minimum age of 18.
- Previous coaching experience in tumbling required.
- Strong knowledge of tumbling technique and form.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with athletes of all ages and skill levels.
- Ability to create and implement lesson plans tailored to different skill levels.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Stand for extended periods while instructing classes.
- Lift and move equipment such as mats and spotting blocks.
- Demonstrate tumbling skills as needed to assist students.
- Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Free YMCA individual membership and discounted program fees
- Opportunities for advancement
- Consistent hours
- Opportunities to connect with your community through volunteer events
