Recreation Leader - Gymnastics

This position is open until filled. Applications are reviewed as they are received. 

Applicants Please note: This is a part-time, union position that is eligible for prorated benefits. Union membership is required. Wages listed are from 2017 as the union contract is currently in negotiations.

Under general supervision, coaches and instructs gymnastics, youth fitness and creative movement to children ages 2-6 years old. Researches, develops and presents various  curriculum; instructs and/or coaches assigned classes; implements appropriate instruction based on class/age levels; ensures a safe environment for instructors and participants; promotes City Parks and Recreation Programs. 
 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Teaches, instructs, and coaches age appropriate curriculum/instruction in gymnastics, youth fitness and creative movement.
• Interacts on a daily basis with participants, and communicates with parents as needed/necessary.
• Choreographs age appropriate routines.
• Ensures a safe environment by checking equipment daily and using equipment properly as specified.
• Uses proper skill progressions, spotting techniques and matting as dictated by USA Gymnastics guidelines and City Parks and Recreation standards.
• Prepares lesson plans, roll sheets, progress reports, and certificates of accomplishment/completion; assists in gymnastics shows and other special youth fitness. 
• Performs set-up and clean-up of classrooms and facilities, including cleaning of equipment.

Required Knowledge of:

• Gymnastics and youth fitness programs including USA Gymnastics Safety guidelines.
• Dance and choreography skills.
• Rhythmic and Circus skills or a desire to get instruction in these areas.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• City Parks and Recreation standards, rules, procedures and processes.
• Effective oral and written communication principles and practices to include public relations and customer service.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

• Developing assigned curriculum and applying safe and appropriate instruction.
• Communicating technical information to a wide variety of persons.
• Relating well with other, students, parents, and staff.
• Analyzing problems and providing clear solutions.
• Meeting schedules and time
• Preparing and maintaining basic records and
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, management, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Education and Experience:
AA Degree in Physical Education or Exercise Physiology and two years of experience in gymnastics, youth fitness or creative movement classes OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
 
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Current First Aid/CPR Certification.
Must read and understand proficiently, the USAF Safety Certification course within 6 months of hire.
Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check.
 

WORKING CONDITIONS:
 
Environment:

• Office environment.
• Constant interruptions.

• Hearing, speaking or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the phone.
• Reading and understanding a variety of materials
• Operating a computer keyboard or other office equipment.
• Sitting, standing or otherwise remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, crouching, reaching above shoulders and horizontally or otherwise positioning oneself to accomplish tasks.
• Lifting/carrying or otherwise moving or transporting up to 40 lbs.

• Contact with potentially dissatisfied or abusive individuals.
• Contact with sick children.