Assistant Gym Director

The Little Gym of Stratford is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Assistant Gym Director to join our team. 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?

• A strong sense of fulfillment every single day
• Keep fit as you work
• A fun, high-energy work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive ongoing career training
• Excellent opportunity for career growth and advancement

AND the Stratford location is the first in the state! You'll be part of the foundation, helping build the team from the ground upwith enormous possibilities for growth and impact!

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.

About the Role:

The Assistant Gym Director is a full-time leadership position responsible for supporting the overall performance and growth of The Little Gym of Stratford. You'll help manage day-to-day operations, lead staff, teach classes, and ensure an exceptional experience for every family.

You'll spend about 60% of your time in the gym, working directly with children and coaching classes, and the rest supporting the business through management, marketing, and customer relationships. This is not a short-term or seasonal position it's a rewarding, long-term career opportunity. The Assistant Gym Director reports directly to the Gym Director/owner of The Little Gym of Stratford.

Responsibilities:

• Teach exceptional classes based on our proven curriculum and teaching method
• Lead a team that delivers outstanding customer service and member experiences
• Manage daily operations, scheduling, and facility maintenance
• Hire, train, and inspire team members
• Maintain facility and equipment
• Drive enrollment growth through sales and relationship-building
• Support community events, birthday parties, and seasonal programs
• Sell The Little Gym program to new customers

During your first several weeks, you'll receive hands-on training in all aspects of our business including operations, sales, marketing, team leadership, and our proprietary teaching methods.

What We're Looking For:

• A background in child development, physical education, and/or gymnastics is a plus
• Previous management and customer service experience
• Excellent communication and time-management skills
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and passion for helping children succeed
• Experience coaching or leading groups of children is required
• A love of fun, movement, and making others smile

All The Little Gym locations are independently owned and operated by franchisees. Employment decisions are made locally by the franchise owner.

Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour