Department Head – Preschool Program

Department Head – Preschool Program Twist N Flip Gymnastics – Rotterdam 93 W. Campbell Rd., Suite 110, Schenectady, NY 12306 Part-Time | 28–32 Hours/Week | $21–$25/Hour Lead. Develop. Grow.

Do you love working with young children-but also have a passion for leading people, building great programs, and making a real impact?

Twist N Flip Gymnastics is looking for an energetic, organized, and experienced Department Head – Preschool Program to lead and grow our Preschool Academy and Preschool programs at our Rotterdam location.

This is more than a coaching position. You will have ownership of the preschool experience, helping shape curriculum, develop coaches, strengthen relationships with families, and grow one of the most important programs in our gym.

We're looking for someone who can step into a leadership role, work independently, hold a high standard, and bring out the best in the people around them.

What You'll DoLead & Grow the Preschool Program Take ownership of the Preschool Academy and Preschool Gymnastics programs.

Partner with the Location Director and Owners to establish enrollment, retention, and program goals.

Monitor class performance and identify opportunities to improve enrollment, efficiency, and customer experience.

Help create a preschool environment where children are excited to learn and families feel confident in our program.

Support preschool events and activities that encourage enrollment and retention.

Coach & Build an Exceptional Curriculum Coach Preschool Academy and Preschool Gymnastics classes.

Create bi-weekly lesson plans that are engaging, age-appropriate, progressive, and aligned with TNF standards.

Ensure coaching staff understand and can confidently execute lesson plans.

Teach skills progressively, prioritizing safety, development, confidence, and fun.

Organize activities that support children's physical, social, and developmental growth.

Float between classes to support coaches, students, and families and address issues as they arise.

Lead & Develop Your Coaching Team Mentor, train, and support preschool coaches.

Ensure staff maintain required TNF certifications and participate in ongoing training.

Conduct quality-control observations and provide constructive coaching and feedback.

Present preschool-specific training and updates during monthly staff meetings.

Recognize great performance and address challenges quickly, professionally, and privately.

Help create a team culture that is positive, accountable, collaborative, and focused on continuous improvement.

Build Strong Family Relationships Welcome new students and help them transition comfortably into the program.

Maintain consistent, professional communication with parents and  visible and approachable during class hours.

Listen to families, address concerns, and help create an exceptional customer experience.

Stay Organized & Accountable Complete lesson plans, quality-control checklists, staff training documentation, reports, and other administrative responsibilities on time.

Accurately track time worked.

Complete administrative responsibilities during designated non-class hours.

Assist with purchasing and maintaining preschool props, equipment, and decorations.

Cover classes and participate in Saturday events as needed, including approximately one Saturday event per month.

Your Typical Week This position averages 28–32 hours per week, with a combination of coaching, leadership, planning, training, and administrative responsibilities.

Typical responsibilities include:

Preschool Academy:
Approximately 6 hours/week Preschool Gymnastics & class support:
Approximately 12–16 hours/week Leadership, planning, training & administration:
Approximately 10 hours/week Regular availability is required Tuesday–Thursday from approximately…