Parent-Child Instructor and Shift Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Company parties

PARENT-CHILD INSTRUCTOR AND SHIFT LEAD (This is NOT a Summer Position)
ARE YOU THE RIGHT FIT?
We're looking for a mature, experienced professional who loves working with our youngest learners (babies and toddlers, 4 months-3 years) and can work weekday mornings plus one weekend mornings.

If that's you, keep reading!

THE SCHEDULE:

• 2530 hours per week
• Morning shifts ONLY
• Shifts range from 3.55 hours
• Must be available to work all 6 days, Monday - Saturday mornings (required)

COMPENSATION:
$18-$25/hour (based on experience)

WHAT YOU'LL TEACH:
Parent-Child Classes for our youngest members:

• Babies (4-10 months): Sensory exploration, tummy time, bonding
• Crawlers (10-19 months): Movement circuits, early walking support
• Toddlers (20-36 months): Confidence building, beginning gymnastics skills

You'll guide parents and their little ones through movement, music, and play while building trust and community.

YOUR ROLE:
As a Parent-Child Instructor and Shift Lead, you will:

• Teach engaging parent-child classes for babies and toddlers
• Lead daily shift operations
• Provide outstanding customer service
• Answer phones and assist families with enrollment
• Sell memberships, classes, camps, and birthday parties
• Support daily business operations and end-of-shift procedures
• Build strong relationships with families and children
• Help create a warm, welcoming, and professional environment

WHO WE NEED:
Required:

• 3-5+ years working with young children (early childhood education, childcare, preschool, or parenting experience valued)
• Understanding of infant/toddler developmental milestones
• Weekend availability is essential
• Adult professional presence
• Ability to meet physical demands of the role (see below)

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs (holding toddlers, moving equipment)
• Able to get down on the floor and stand up repeatedly throughout the day
• Able to demonstrate movement activities (jumping, running, climbing)
• Able to spot and support children during physical activities
• Able to remain active and engaged for entire shift (no sitting)
• Able to participate in all class activities alongside children

You Are:

• Patient & nurturing with babies and toddlers
• Warm, outgoing, and naturally connect with families
• Reliable and responsible
• An excellent communicator - parents trust your guidance
• Energetic and physically active throughout your workday

Bonus:

• Leadership experience or ability to mentor newer team members
• Background in early childhood education
• Gymnastics, dance, or children's fitness experience
• CPR/First Aid certified

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT:

• Meaningful work - Watch babies and toddlers gain confidence every day
• Life balance - Weekend work + flexible weekday mornings
• Stay active - Get paid to play, move, and sing
• Professional environment - Work with experienced team members
• Established business - Franchise owned/operated since 2019 with 470+ members

READY TO APPLY?

Send your resume and briefly tell us about your experience working with babies and toddlers.

Seeking experienced professionals only.

The Little Gym - 40+ years helping children build confidence through movement-based learning.

Background checks required. Equal opportunity employer.