My Gym Director

My Gym Children's Fitness Center is opening a NEW location and seeking a passionate and dedicated Gym Director to lead our team. In this role, you will oversee daily operations, manage staff, and create an engaging environment for children and their families. Your leadership will ensure high-quality fitness instruction while fostering a positive and supportive community. If you are enthusiastic about childhood development and eager to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you!

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Salary: Receive a salary that reflects your experience and expertise

• Free Uniforms: Get complimentary T-shirts and sweatshirts as part of your work attire

• Paid Time Off: 40 hours PTO per year for years 1-2 of employment and 80 hours PTO per year for years 3

• Medical Insurance Allowance: $200 medical insurance allowance per month

• Bonus Opportunities: Earn additional income through performance-based bonuses that can be earned monthly

• Meaningful Impact: Make a lasting difference in the lives of children who will cherish their experiences with you for years to come

• Professional Development: Take advantage of training and resources to enhance your leadership skills, including yearly conferences in California

Job Summary

The Gym Director will oversee the daily operations of My Gym, ensuring exceptional service for children and their families. This leadership role requires a blend of business management, team leadership, and customer service skills. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with a passion for childhood development and a strong desire to cultivate a vibrant community of families.

Responsibilities

• Work Schedule: 36-40 hours per week, including at least one weekend day

• Operational Oversight: Manage daily operations of the center, including lead follow up, staff supervision/training, and facility maintenance

• Top Quality Classes: Inspire the staff by teaching classes that keep children engaged and excited to come each week

• Relationship Building: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with families to ensure their satisfaction and engagement

• Strategic Development: Create and implement strategies to boost enrollment and retain currently-enrolled families

• Safety and Cleanliness: Ensure an impeccably clean, safe, and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff

Qualifications

• Childcare Experience: Proven experience working with young children in an organized play environment

• Performance Experience: Must be comfortable singing, dancing, and generally leading by example and having a great time while teaching classes

• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated leadership or management experience, with the ability to motivate and guide a team

• Team-Oriented: Strong willingness to collaborate as a team player and contribute to a positive work environment

• Effective Communication: Excellent communication skills to engage clearly with staff and guests

• Physical Requirements: Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly

• Endurance: Capacity to stand for extended periods (up to 6 hours) while fulfilling job responsibilities

Company Overview

My Gym SW Portland is currently under construction with a projected summer opening. Until this new location is open you'll be training and working at My Gym Sherwood, which has the same owner.

My Gym Children’s Fitness Center is dedicated to providing exceptional recreational fitness and gymnastics programs for children ages 4 months to 9 years. We also host unforgettable birthday parties! If you’re not familiar with My Gym, check out our website mygym.com/swportland, or our currently open location's Instagram, or Facebook (@mygymsherwood) to see the fun we have and our passion for children’s fitness!

Inclusion Statement

At My Gym, we celebrate diversity and welcome individuals from all walks of life. As an inclusive workplace, we encourage our team members to bring their authentic selves to work. Our mission is to create #MomentsThatMatter—not just for our clients and their children, but for our teachers as well. We strive to build a team that reflects the vibrant communities we serve, embracing all ethnicities, genders, beliefs, sexual identities, disabilities, and cultures. Every individual is valued for their unique contributions, helping us foster a rich and supportive environment for everyone.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Application Question(s):

• Tell us about your experience working with children. Please share your favorite memory of when a child impacted your life.
• Describe your management style.

Ability to Commute:

• Portland, OR 97223 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $28