Responsible and accountable for planning, conducting, and evaluating high quality classes.  The Gymnastics Instructor must emphasize member service, character development, the mission statement and work with membership retention and promotion.

OUR CULTURE: 

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It’s who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven. We don’t just show up, we show up with purpose. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

• Contribute to the overall YMCA mission of healthy living, youth development and social responsibility. 
• Provide a fun and safe class for participants of all abilities and levels.
• Be responsible for reading, understanding, and following the YMCA of Greater Kansas City Health & Wellness Manual.
• Be a team player with all other staff.
• Ensure tracking, follow-up of program participants
• Must maintain safety in all classes by following YMCA and national certification guidelines.
• Know and understand the exercise area for safety reasons along with emergency procedures of the building.
• Assist in the ideas for retention and sale initiatives for all health and wellness programs and members.
• Assist supervisor with ideas in the marketing for the health and wellness department.
• Must notify appropriate staff of any unsafe conditions, needed repairs, complaints, accidents, or injuries immediately.
• Assist in the recruitment of volunteers for all classes and programs.
• Current knowledge of all areas of training and certifications as well as YMCA of Greater Kansas City employee handbook.
• Responsible for updating all areas and certifications through YMCA or National continuing education units, exercise science, nutrition and choreography.
• Responsible for staying current with the center announcements and information.
• Attend community functions and events to promote the YMCA, its mission and programs.
• Maintain a safe and clean, well organized area.

• Current First Aid and CPR.
• Able to relate to people on all levels in a friendly and consistent manner.
• Able to reflect a positive attitude.
• Minimum one year experience in this or a related field.