Tumbling Instructor (Ages 18+)

Tumbling Instructors (Ages 18+)

Rocket City Tumbling Academy is coming to Huntsville in Spring 2026! We are seeking confident, energetic, and reliable Tumbling Instructors (ages 18+) to lead structured tumbling classes for athletes of various ages and skill levels. 

This role is designed for mature coaches who can independently run high-quality classes while maintaining safety, strong classroom management, and athletic engagement. Instructors are expected to model professionalism and contribute to a supportive, high-energy team environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead assigned tumbling classes independently
• Conduct warm-ups, drills, and skill progression 
• Maintain class control and positive student engagement
• Provide age-appropriate corrections and encouragement 
• Troubleshoot athlete skill progressions
• Setup and clean up equipment before and after classes
• Communicate professionally with parents as needed
• Follow all RCTA safety policies and coaching standards
• Support weekend events such as Parent Night Out, Open Gyms, Birthday Parties, and Special Events  
   

Qualifying Classes and Events

• Tiny Tumblers, Ages 3-6
• Children’s Beginners & Adv. Beginners
• Children’s Intermediate & Advance
• Open Gyms
• Parents Night Out
• Birthday Parties

Wages and Hours for Instructors

• $12.00 – $16.00 per hour, dependent on years of experience, availability, and performance
• Part-Time schedule with 8 to 16 coaching hours per week
• Additional hours through rotating weekend shifts for open gyms and parties
• Ability to offer private lessons to athlete during off-shifts
• Ability to pick up additional classes when other teammates are absent

Requirements 

• Must be 18 years or older
• Prior tumbling, cheer, gymnastics, dance, martial arts, or related experience
• Comfortable leading groups of children, teens, and/or adults
• Demonstrated maturity and reliability 
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Reliable transportation 
• Positive, coachable attitude 
• Ability to earn and maintain a CPR/First Aid certification upon hire
• Ability to earn and maintain a USAG Recreational Coach Membership upon hire 
• Employment is contingent upon Background Check conducted by USAGymnastics

Benefits

• Discounted classes, birthday parties, and camp enrollment for eligible dependents
• Free open gyms and parents nights out
• Ongoing instructor training and development 
• Performance-based raises
• Consistent class assignment each semester
• Professional coaching training provided