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The Little Gym

Children's Fitness Instructor

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$16.90 - $18/hr

For over 40 years, our trained instructors have nurtured happy, confident kids through parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance and enjoyable extras like camps, Parents' Survival Nights, skill clinics ...

The Little Gym

Children's Fitness Instructor

Puyallup, WA · On-site

$17.50 - $19.50/hr

For over 40 years, our trained instructors have nurtured happy, confident kids through parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance and enjoyable extras like camps, Parents' Survival Nights, skill clinics ...

British Swim School

Part Time Swim Instructor

Covington, WA · On-site

$18.50 - $23/hr

... to ensure "survival of the littlest". Your shift will be filled with kids splashing, having fun ... As a swim instructor at British Swim School, you will teach students of all ages in accordance with ...

The Little Gym

Gymnastics Instructor

Everett, WA · On-site

$15.75 - $21/hr

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, Parents' Survival ...

The Little Gym

Gymnastics Instructor

Lynnwood, WA · On-site

$17.50 - $25/hr

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, Parents' Survival ...

The Little Gym

Gymnastics Instructor

Puyallup, WA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

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, Parents' Survival ...

The Little Gym

Gymnastics Coach

Federal Way, WA · On-site

$17.50 - $20/hr

For over 40 years, our trained instructors have nurtured happy, confident kids through parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance and enjoyable extras like camps, Parents' Survival Nights, skill clinics ...

The Little Gym

Gymnastics Coach

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$17.13 - $20/hr

For over 40 years, our trained instructors have nurtured happy, confident kids through parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance and enjoyable extras like camps, Parents' Survival Nights, skill clinics ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for survival instructor in Seattle, WA is $20.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.39 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a survival instructor do?

A Survival Instructor teaches individuals or groups essential survival skills for outdoor or emergency situations. This includes skills like fire-making, shelter-building, navigation, foraging, and first aid. They may work in various settings, such as wilderness schools, military training, or private courses. Their goal is to prepare people to survive in harsh or unexpected conditions with minimal resources.

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To thrive as a Survival Instructor, you need a deep understanding of wilderness survival techniques, first aid, navigation, and outdoor safety, often backed by certifications such as Wilderness First Responder or Instructor credentials from recognized survival organizations. Familiarity with GPS devices, compasses, map-reading tools, and emergency communication systems is important for effective instruction and safety management. Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help instructors engage diverse groups and adapt to challenging situations. These capabilities are crucial for ensuring the safety, learning, and confidence of clients in demanding and unpredictable environments.

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Survival Instructors commonly face challenges such as unpredictable weather, varying terrain, and ensuring the safety of participants with different experience levels. Leading groups in remote settings requires staying vigilant about risk management while still providing an engaging and educational experience. Instructors must also be able to quickly adapt lesson plans to real-time changes and effectively resolve group dynamics issues. Overcoming these challenges is a key part of the role, making flexibility and decision-making critical skills for success.

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Children's Fitness Instructor

Bellevue, WA • On-site

The Little Gym
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation • 51 - 200 employees

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

30th of 59 rated activity centers and activity clubs

Great coworkers

People enjoy working here

Recommended by students

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$16.90 - $18/hr

Part-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development

Children's Fitness Instructor
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!
What we expect from you
  • Teach amazing classes and lead fabulous birthday parties based on our proven curriculum and teaching method (don't worry, we'll teach you how!)
  • Be part of a team of instructors who teach classes and run birthday parties on the weekends.
  • Coordinate all aspects of birthday parties with families who are hosting at our facility and make sure they have a truly magical experience!
  • Provide outstanding customer service and membership experience. We treat our members like family here.
  • Be ready to LEAD. We will make a positive impact on the growth and development of the children and families of our community! But we also make a difference in the lives of our teammates! Many of the leaders in our company started in this position and have enjoyed the opportunities for upward mobility.

You'd fit in here if
  • You're totally open to being a goofball and love giving (air) high 5's. (A background in child development, physical education and /or gymnastics helps as well).
  • You have background in gymnastics, dance, early childhood development or education.
  • You live to serve! Making others feel good makes you feel good.
  • Kids really like you AND their parents really like you too.
  • You were voted most likely to be in a good mood by your high school classmates.
  • You love to have fun but you know when to buckle down and do work.

You may think we're awesome because
  • Kids and Parents Walk out of our classes more confident than when they walked in every single day.
  • You'll get your steps in and close your activity rings while you work because you'll be moving all day.
  • We take our fun pretty seriously but also take the role we play in our community and with each child we meet seriously. The relationships you'll build here will last a lifetime.
  • You could get paid to fold t-shirts or you could get paid to act like a dinosaur. The choice is yours!

But seriously read the fine print
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 enjoyable extras like camps, Parents' Survival Nights, skill clinics and Awesome Birthday Bash parties. Once you become a part of The Little Gym squad, you will be part of a team dedicated to the growth and development of children all over the globe.
All associated locations are independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchise Somersault Operating, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that Somersault Operating. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to Somersault Operating, and not to The Little Gym Franchising Corporate. Somersault Operating currently has 30 The Little Gym locations spread across 8 states (SC, NC, VA, TN, PA, NJ, WA, CA). With multiple new locations scheduled to open in the coming years, Somersault Operating looks forward to having you helping us grow!
Compensation: $16.90 - $18.00 per hour
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, Parents' 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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