Recreation Instructor II - Gymnastics

City of Boulder • Boulder, CO

15h • $18 - $25

About The Position

The Recreation Instructor II works in the City of Boulder’s gymnastics program under direct supervision, taking a collaborative approach to athlete development and demonstrating commitment to participants and colleagues. The instructor teaches more developmentally advanced gymnastics classes, including preschool, recreation, team-prep, and team programs, and teaches and spots higher-level skills for girls’ and boys’ teams. The role also supports program development, participant safety, customer service, and teamwork.

Requirements

• One to two years of experience participating in or coaching in a formal gymnastics program, or related experience.
• Previous experience working with children and/or teens.
• Ability to stay actively engaged and assist with spotting gymnastics skills.
• Ability to assess safety conditions in assigned areas and make sound judgments.
• Ability to observe participant behavior and monitor exertion levels.
• Ability to keep accurate records, organize information, and follow established procedures.
• Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively with participants, parents, and coordinators, with excellent customer service.
• Ability to collaborate with coaching partners on lesson-plan ideas and work closely with coordinators and floor leads.
• Willingness to accept and provide feedback.
• Knowledge and strong understanding of basic gymnastics, with the ability to give participants coaching feedback and manage classes appropriately.
• Punctuality and consistency, with the ability to commit to the agreed-upon schedule.
• Must pass a background check before the first day of work and maintain acceptable screening.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, and kneel, and hand-eye coordination to operate a personal computer and office equipment.
• Ability to work under stress from deadlines, public contact, and changing priorities and conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Current USAG Professional Membership, including up-to-date U110: SafeSport, U101: Safety & Risk Management, U112: Tough Coaching Course, and U100: Foundations of Gymnastics.
• Prior or current USA Gymnastics (USAG) membership as an athlete or professional member.
• Current Red Cross or equivalent CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience coaching on the floor at a USAG-sanctioned competition.
• Attendance at USAG Regional Congress.

Responsibilities

• Teach developmentally advanced gymnastics classes, including preschool, recreation, team-prep, and team programs.
• Teach and spot higher-level skills for girls’ and boys’ teams.
• Set up equipment, maintain roll sheets, and communicate with parents.
• Develop circuits and curriculum and share gymnastics knowledge with staff.
• Take appropriate safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Test and evaluate participants for skill promotions.
• Enforce rules, regulations, and policies, and maintain participant and customer safety, order, and discipline.
• Interact with parents, participants, program partners, and City staff to provide information and resolve problems.
• Work as part of a team and attend training, orientation, and staff meetings as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed