Tumbling Instructor - North

Tumbling Instructor - North

Join the YMCA of the Inland Northwest as a Tumbling Instructor, a full‑time role supporting youth development through dynamic, safe tumbling programs.

$19.10/hr – base pay; actual compensation reflects skills and experience.

The Y values community, inclusivity, and caring. Our staff of all ages nurture youth potential, promote health, and strengthen relationships.

The Tumbling Instructor leads direct instruction, motivation, and curriculum delivery for children in our tumbling programs, modeling strong leadership and communication.

• Plan, develop, and administer tumbling curriculum, maintaining safe and effective routines for all children.
• Maintain attendance records and motivate participants to perform their best.
• Apply proper spotting techniques, ensuring children only attempt skills they are prepared for.
• Observe and evaluate participant skill, provide meaningful feedback on performance and progress.
• Know, review, and apply all safety, emergency, and child‑abuse prevention policies and procedures, responding to emergencies per YMCA protocol.
• Set up and tear down equipment daily, checking safety and reporting deficiencies.
• Communicate with families about participation, behaviors, and related topics, connecting families to the YMCA.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong gymnastics background with knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and injury prevention.
• At least six months of related work experience.
• Experience leading a youth group, creating new exercise routines and modifications for this population.
• Ability to respond professionally and swiftly in injuries and emergencies.
• Complete required YMCA trainings upon hire.
• Develop positive, authentic relationships with diverse people.

• Regular bending, kneeling, leaning, and standing for extended periods.
• Frequent handwashing and sanitizing of equipment to reduce disease transmission.
• Maintain alertness for several hours at a time.
• Communicate with participants using oral comprehension, expression, and active listening.
• Lift or assist children up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift and carry supplies up to 20 pounds.
• Physically respond to emergencies swiftly.

The YMCA of the Inland Northwest is an inclusive organization. We commit to closing equity gaps for marginalized groups, advancing social justice, and building a safe, welcoming place for all. The YMCA provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants.

• Frequent opportunities to make a difference in the lives of youth, adults, and senior members.
• Free individual YMCA membership (19 hours/week) with program discounts.
• Paid sick time accruing at 1 hour every 40 hours worked.
• Up to two hours of Child Watch services per day, per child while employee is on site and working.
• Flexible schedules that work for you.
• Retirement plan with 8% employer contribution after 2 years of service.
• Learning new, exciting tasks daily.

Apply today and join a mission‑driven organization dedicated to community well‑being.