Program Director

Responsive recruiter Benefits Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Life’s too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids, and are looking for a way to give back to your community, you may be the person we are looking for! Why is The Little Gym a great place to work? Strong sense of fulfillment Fun, high-energy work environment Competitive compensation Comprehensive ongoing career training Excellent opportunity for career growth and advancement Company Overview With more than 300 locations across the globe, The Little Gym is the world’s premier enrichment and physical development center for kids 4 months through 12 years. For over four decades, The Little Gym has helped millions of kids experience the thrill of achievement, develop new skills, and find new confidence through a variety of gymnastics-based programs. Parent/Child, Pre-K, and Grade School classes are all taught in a clean, fun, safe, and nurturing environment, which encourages children to develop at their own pace. 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. Job Summary Teach Amazing Classes — Deliver high‑energy, confidence‑building classes using The Little Gym’s (TLG) proven curriculum and teaching method, ensuring every child experiences serious fun and measurable progress. Lead Program Excellence — Oversee the full breadth of Parent/Child, Pre‑K, and Grade School programs, ensuring curriculum quality, safety, and alignment with TLG’s high standards. Provide Outstanding Customer Service — Build strong relationships with families, greet members warmly, answer questions, resolve concerns, and create a welcoming environment that keeps families excited to return. Drive Membership Growth — Engage with families to promote programs, support enrollment and retention, and contribute to a thriving membership community. Support Local Marketing & Community Outreach — Assist with social media, events, partnerships, and in‑gym promotions to increase visibility and attract new families. Train & Support Team Members — Oversee training, coaching, and evaluation of instructors to ensure consistent class quality and a positive, collaborative team culture. Contribute to Daily Operations — Assist with scheduling, opening/closing duties, inventory, and other operational tasks that keep the gym running efficiently. Qualifications Energetic, outgoing personality with a genuine love for working with children and families. Experience teaching, coaching, or leading youth programs (gymnastics, dance, sports, early childhood education, or similar). Prior experience in a children’s activity center, fitness facility, or customer‑facing role is a plus but not required. Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, coach, and inspire team members. Excellent communication and customer‑service skills, both in person and over the phone. Organized and detail‑oriented, able to manage schedules, programs, and daily operations. 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! Compensation: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Little Gym of Silver Spring