Gymnastics Director

Job Description

Crossroads YMCA is seeking an enthusiastic, driven individual for our next Gymnastics, Dance, Ninja, and Cheer Program Director. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Program Director is responsible for but not limited to: managing program operation, development and growth, participant satisfaction, member and staff retention and safety, staff supervision, onboarding, training, and coaching.

As a Program Director at the Y, you lead an environment that is inviting and serves all.

• Current USA Gymnastics Safety Certification or obtain within first 30 days of hire.
• Complete Ninja Zone training within designated time of hire.
• 3-4 years of related instruction, coaching and lesson planning in gymnastics, dance, cheer, and/or ninja.
• Practical knowledge of progressive skill building as related directly to instructional gymnastics and working knowledge of USA gymnastics.
• Certified CPR/First Aid/AED within designated time of hire.
• Minimum 2 years related experience required.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and with minimal supervision. Organized and detail oriented.
• Adept computer skills in Office 365.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekend, and holidays.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

• Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Establishes new program activities and expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance.
• Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.
• Conducts and ensures proper maintenance of relative program equipment. Secures and schedules program facilities.
• Conducts and schedules program classes.
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
• Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
• Assists with cabinet meetings.
• Compiles program statistics.
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.