Program Specialist (focus Tumbling)- Bear-Glasgow Location

Our Promise:

Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success
Improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve
Unite communities and inspire service to others

Benefits & Perks:

12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
Learning and development workshops
Career advancement opportunities
Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Rate of pay: $15.00 – $16.00. Final compensation is based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Design and develop tumbling programs that cater to different age groups and skill levels, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced students.
• Create structured lesson plans focusing on key tumbling skills such as rolls, handstands, flips, cartwheels, and other acrobatic movements.
• Continuously update the curriculum based on new techniques, trends, and student feedback.
• Teach tumbling classes, guiding students through proper techniques for various tumbling skills, ensuring correct form to prevent injury.
• Demonstrate exercises and routines, offering hands-on guidance and corrections during training sessions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community.
• Experience working with children or youth in a sports or fitness environment.
• In-depth knowledge of tumbling techniques, acrobatic movements, and safety practices.
• Understanding of strength, flexibility, and conditioning exercises related to tumbling.

Preferred Qualification:

• Bi-Lingual
• Experience in teaching tumbling or gymnastics (1-3 years preferred).

The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer.  The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.  In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit,  hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.