Gymnastics Dance Cheer & Ninja Director

Take the Leap! Join the YMCA as our GDCN Director and Help Athletes Soar to New Heights!

The Schererville YMCA is looking for a Gymnastics, Dance, Cheer & Ninja Director. This position will help coordinate a gymnastics, dance, cheer and ninja program at the Y. This position will design the progression, curriculum and teach gymnastics, dance, cheer and ninja skills to program members in a safe, professional, and caring manner while assisting participants in working toward skill achievement and personal growth. This person will promote team building and camaraderie between team members, their parents and other team coaches.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Plans and implements programs, leagues, camps, clinics and classes which may include but are not limited to:
   • Establishes new program activities and expands programs in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
   • Know and follow the USA Gymnastics policies and procedures and compulsory routines including proper spotting techniques
   • Design and implement team curriculum, with long term goals and daily lesson plans.
   • Develop levels within the gymnastics center including monthly clinics, intermediate and academy programs.
   • Recognize individual differences and adjust teaching strategies as needed for the success of all gymnastics.
   • Communicate with instructors to promote the organizational flow of classes.
   • Communicate, listen and respond in a professional manner with participants and parents.
   • Attend practices, trainings, meets and team functions and be a positive role model
   • Enforce specific rules and regulations which limit risk to participants.
   • Prepare practice by inspecting gymnastics, dance, cheer and ninja center and equipment before and after practices and documenting things that need attention.
   • Ensure proper building coverage is present for all program related functions in accordance with program needs.
2. Hires, trains, and supervises assigned program staff and volunteers including but not limiting to ensuring adherence to work schedules, monitoring staff performance and ensuring staff follow policies and procedures.
3. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs, compile program statistics and set goals. Develop and control department budget.
4. Supports the Associations Gymnastics, Dance, Cheer and Ninja Program Cabinet to ensure consistent development and delivery of high-quality programming and procedures as well as development of new programming and initiatives.
5. Follow emergency procedures and safety precautions including procedures for reporting all accidents, incidents and hazards.
6. Assist in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
7. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Current USA Gymnastics Safety Certification or obtain within first 30 days of hire
2. 3-4 years of related instruction, coaching and lesson planning in gymnastics, dance and cheer
3. Practical knowledge of progressive skill building as related directly to instructional gymnastics and working knowledge of USA gymnastics
4. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills.
5. Possess strong leadership qualities and work as a team member
6. Ability to relate and communicate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
7. Flexible Schedule to work evenings and weekends during program offerings.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to quickly learn other software programs