Description

General Function:

Under the direction of the Gymnastics Director and consistent with the Christian mission, the Gymnastics instructor is responsible for conducting/coaching classes using the standards of USA Gymnastics. In addition, the incumbent will maintain and ensure the safety of the participants at all times.

Physical Requirements:

• Sight, hearing, and speaking
• Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing, sitting
• Lifting and carrying a minimum of 50 lbs
• Pulling a minimum of 100 lbs
• Tolerance to moderate noise levels
• Dressed professionally in appropriate attire for activity that promotes a high standard of morality

Primary Responsibilities:

•  Provide direct “hands-on” leadership in coaching gymnast.
• Marketing of program.
• Maintain up keep of all gymnastics equipment.
• Set up/take down equipment each day and inspect for safety.
• Responsible for safely and spotting and lifting children of all ages.
• Ability to document skill information and recommend gymnast level.
• Dressed in proper attire to teach classes.
• Notify supervisor of any absence and locate sub.
• Attend any and all instructor trainings and meetings.
• Ensure the safety of the students at all times.

Qualifications

Know-How:

• Minimum age of 16 years old.
• Previous gymnastic experience and/or prior training knowledge, USA Gymnastics Safety certification preferred.
• CPR & First Aid certifications including adult, child and infant and obstructed airway maneuver.
• Possess working knowledge of proper teaching and spotting techniques.
• Working knowledge of the apparatus to set-up and take down on a daily basis.
• Must be able to relate effectively to diverse groups of people, of all ages.