Gymnastics Instructor & Child Development Coach / Part-Time
Costa Mesa
Gymnastics Instructor & Child Development Coach / Part-Time
Part Time • Costa Mesa
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Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Are you energetic, outgoing, and passionate about working with children? Do you love being active, performing, and creating fun experiences for kids? We’re looking for enthusiastic coaches who can bring energy, confidence, and positivity to every class.
At The Little Gym, we help children ages 4 months–12 years build confidence, coordination, and new skills through movement, gymnastics, and play. Our coaches are teachers, performers, and role models who create memorable experiences for children and families.
This is an active coaching role. Coaches should expect to teach multiple back-to-back classes during their shift, working with children ranging from Parent & Child classes to Pre-K and Grade School programs.
Responsibilities:
- Teach fun, engaging classes using The Little Gym curriculum
- Create a positive and energetic environment for children and families
- Demonstrate skills, safely spot children, and assist students of all abilities
- Provide excellent customer service and build relationships with members
- Maintain The Little Gym’s high standards of safety and quality
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience in gymnastics, dance, cheer, sports, or performing arts is a plus
- Comfortable speaking and performing in front of groups
- Athletic, energetic, and able to stay active throughout classes
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
- Must be able to lift and spot children of various sizes
- We are willing to train the right candidate!
Schedule:
- Part-time position (approximately 10–15 hours/week to start)
- Evening and weekend availability required
- Additional hours may become available based on business needs
Pay:
- $18–$20/hour after completion of initial training
- Performance-based rewards
- Opportunities for growth and leadership development
Why Work at The Little Gym?
✅ Fun, high-energy environment
✅ Make a difference in children’s lives every day
✅ Stay active while you work
✅ Training and professional growth opportunities
Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
When you work somewhere this fun, it doesn’t even feel like a job.
Want to wake up excited to go to work every morning, confident that you’re making a difference while having a blast? You’ve come to the right place. The Little Gym is the world’s premier enrichment and physical development center for children ages 4 months through 12 years. Programs offer children a Springboard to Life’s Adventures by using movement-based learning and imaginative play to help build the confidence and skills needed at each stage of childhood.
For over 40 years, our trained instructors have nurtured happy, confident kids through parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance and sports prep, plus enjoyable extras like camps, Parentsʼ Survival Nights and Awesome Birthday Bash parties. As a part of The Little Gym team, you will be part of a family dedicated to the growth and development of children all over the globe. We are looking for fun, outgoing, talented individuals who are looking to make a difference in their community. If this sounds like you, check out our open positions!
All associated locations are independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchise, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to The Little Gym Franchising Corporate.
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You will make a difference! Working with children of all ages to help build both confidence and skills is super rewarding.
With plenty of running, jumping, and tumbling, it won't be hard to get your steps in.
You'll feel like a Rockstar in your local grocery store every time you run into a member of your The Little Gym!
You get to wear yoga pants, t-shirt and socks EVERY DAY!