Gymnastics Instructor

City of Bishop•Bishop, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Bishop is accepting applications for the position of Gymnastics Instructor. The Gymnastics Instructor is responsible for planning, executing, and instruction of youth gymnastics classes and programs. This position is a part-time position.

Requirements

Ability to work effectively with children and adults.
Ability to plan and direct a quality recreational program.
Ability to work effectively with age range of class that is being offered and generate interest of participants in class/program.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to pass pre-employment live scan/ background check.
Considerable knowledge of specialized subject matter of class/program.
Considerable knowledge and understanding of instructional procedures and practices.
Knowledge of participant performance level.
Skill in leadership, teaching techniques, organizing time, and assessing participant’s interests and capabilities.
Skill in communicating both orally and in writing.
Skill in controlling a group.
Skill in dealing with problem situations and people.
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California driver’s license.
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Ability to remain composed and respond appropriately to difficult situations.
Ability to recognize emotionally charged issues or problems, cope effectively with various responses and apply sound judgment in problem solving.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of work experience in a leadership capacity related to the program area is preferred.
Related experience may be in recreation, sports, youth-oriented programs, or in a classroom environment.
Adult or youth fitness-oriented programs, sports and nutrition curriculum, enrichment and activities, preferred.
Possession of, or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates is required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Plans, implements, and conducts specific recreation class/program activities appropriate to the subject area and participant’s age.
Provides Recreation Supervisor, Recreation Coordinator, or Community Services Secretary with written class description/lesson plan of program content.
Provides various lessons for children and adults.
Prepares site for activity and ensures proper clean-up at end of each class/program.
Formulates and submits supply sheets and instructional handouts to class participants.
Establishes and enforces class/program rules and policies for students.
Ensures program goals are met.
Ensures participant safety.
Reports all accidents, incidents, and disciplinary concerns to the Community Services Manager.
Oversees proper use of facility, equipment, and supplies.
Administers first aid.
Ensures all class records/paperwork is up to date and turned in at conclusion of class/program.
Performs related work as required.