Gymnastics Program Manager / Instructor
Full Time • The Little Gym of Naperville, IL
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Join Our Fun & Rewarding Team as a Children's Gymnastics Program Lead/Instructor at The Little Gym of Naperville!
Are you passionate about helping kids build confidence, strength, and coordination through the power of gymnastics? Do you love creating a positive, engaging, and supportive environment for both children and staff? If so, The Little Gym of Naperville is looking for YOU!
Are you passionate about helping kids build confidence, strength, and coordination through the power of gymnastics? Do you love creating a positive, engaging, and supportive environment for both children and staff? If so, The Little Gym of Naperville is looking for YOU!
We’re seeking an energetic and experienced Program Lead / Instructor to help lead our instructor team and ensure excellence in class delivery, curriculum, and the overall family experience. This is a dynamic leadership opportunity where you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day success of the gym—supporting the team, maintaining high class standards, and helping create an amazing experience for every child and family who walks through our doors.
This role will work closely with the gym’s leadership team and serve as a key point of support for instructors during shifts.
Company Overview:
The Little Gym of Naperville is a brand-new addition to The Little Gym family, and we’re thrilled to bring this exciting program to the community! For over 45 years, The Little Gym has been a leader in children’s motor skill development and confidence-building, offering gymnastics-based classes for kids ages 4 months to 12 years. Our mission? To create a fun, nurturing space where kids can grow physically, socially, and emotionally—all while having an absolute blast!
The Little Gym of Naperville is a brand-new addition to The Little Gym family, and we’re thrilled to bring this exciting program to the community! For over 45 years, The Little Gym has been a leader in children’s motor skill development and confidence-building, offering gymnastics-based classes for kids ages 4 months to 12 years. Our mission? To create a fun, nurturing space where kids can grow physically, socially, and emotionally—all while having an absolute blast!
What You'll Do:
- Teach outstanding classes to children of all ages (4 months to 12 years) using our fun, gymnastics-based curriculum
- Spot confidently and safely, while coaching other instructors on proper spotting techniques and class management
- Help lead and support the instructor team by assisting with team meetings, class assignments, and instructor development
- Monitor class quality and help ensure every class delivers the high-energy experience families expect
- Support the day-to-day operations of the gym, including scheduling support, communications, and helping the team stay organized
- Engage with families before and after classes to ensure a welcoming, high-quality experience
- Step in as a shift leader when needed to help keep classes, staff, and operations running smoothly
- Help maintain the high standards and culture that make The Little Gym special.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience leading or working with groups of children (gymnastics, dance, cheer, teaching, camps, childcare, or similar environments)
- Someone who can confidently lead a room full of kids—keeping them engaged, energized, and having fun while maintaining structure and safety
- A natural ability to connect with both children and parents, creating a welcoming and positive experience for families
- A mature, dependable leader who can set the tone for a shift and help guide other instructors
- Creativity, enthusiasm, and the ability to meet kids at their level—using imagination, energy, and encouragement to keep classes exciting
- Strong communication skills and the ability to give clear direction to both children and teammates
- Someone who takes pride in doing things the right way and helps maintain a positive team culture
You’d fit in here if…
- You’re totally open to being a goofball and love giving high 5’s.
- You live to serve! Helping others be their best, helps you feel your best.
- Kids really like you, but their parents really like you too.
- You love to have fun but you know when to buckle down and do work.
Benefits:
- $18–$21/hour; 30–32 hours/week (must be available evenings and weekends)
- Competitive pay & performance bonuses
- Free uniforms
- Ongoing training & leadership growth opportunities
- Fun, high-energy work environment (you’ll stay active while working!)
- A chance to make a real impact in kids’ lives every day
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. If this sounds like the job you’ve been dreaming about, what are you waiting for? We’ve been waiting for you!
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!