What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gymnastics position at YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF SUMTER?
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.