Gymnastic Coach II

Job DetailsJob Location: Gymnastics and Recreation Center - Oak Park, IL 60302Position Type: Part Time Non IMRFEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $15.40 - $18.00 HourlyJob Shift: During the week and weekendJob Category: Non-UnionOverview:

The Gymnastic Coach II is a Part-Time Position. We offer competitive compensation, PTO and an employee discount for part-time employees.

Job Purpose:

To plan, teach and instruct girls and boys preschool and recreational gymnastics classes in a safe manner with a recreational focus.

Essential Functions:

Teaches recreational gymnastics classes to preschoolers aged 3 ½ to 5 and recreational students age 6 and up
Evaluates participant skill progress
Maintains equipment and gymnastics facility
Prepares and delivers class lesson plans with gymnastics program standards
Spots participants on gymnastics equipment and tumbling skills
Provides class leadership

Additional Functions:

Performs office/clerical tasks as necessary
Prepares incident and accident reports
Prepares and coaches teams for competition upon request
Teach parent and tot gymnastics classes for age 2-3 years
Teach tumbling, trampoline, adult gymnastics, cheer and other gymnastics related programs upon request
Lead gymnastics birthday parties
Assists with the monitoring of first aid supplies and equipment for gymnastics center
Maintains knowledge of and follows all Federal, State, Local and Park District safety regulations
Maintains a complete understanding of Park District emergency action plan
Communicates any program deviations to immediate supervisor and customer service staff
Available nights and weekends as needed
Attends staff meetings as needed or requested
Performs other projects as assigned

Knowledge, Skill and Work Experience Required:

Must be at least 16 years of age, or 15 with a valid worker's permit
Certification in advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 1 month of employment and keep certification current. The District provides this training.
Ability to work with and instruct children
Ability to multi-task workload
Customer service focus
Oral and written communication skills
Organization and interpersonal skills
Planning and problem solving skills
Ability to respond to problems or stressful situations at all times and with good judgment and accuracy
Ability to follow directions and work with limited supervision
Ability to convey a favorable Park District image with the media, partner organizations, and the public
Ability to work effectively with entire District staff, works with a variety of people and personalities, and maintains a positive working relationship with other employees
Establishes and maintains the highest standards of ethical conduct

Recommended:

At least 1 year of gymnastics coaching experience preferred
Former gymnast willing to train and learn
Knowledge and experience in Microsoft office applications

Work Environment, Physical Demands and Considerations:

Frequently standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, running, and walking
Occasionally Sitting
Strength Work requires the ability to move and lift medium to heavy weight (up to 50 lbs. over 50 lbs with assistance)
Other requirements may include talking, hearing, and seeing to perform the following necessary duties: Teaching programs and supervising students, operating office equipment including but not limited to computers, printers, copiers, fax machines and telephones
Normal gym conditions for majority of work. May include occasional light and temperature variations.
Exposure to noise, dust, gymnastics chalk and elevation
May be exposed to occasional inclement weather, as position requires temporary outdoor work
Ability to present ideas and recommendations in a concise verbal and written manner
Ability to understand and carry out verbal and/or written instructions efficiently and effectively
Ability to use independent judgment, initiative and respond to unexpected or unplanned events or demands

Customers:
Internal: Other Park District staff 
External: Patrons of Park District of Oak Park, partner organizations, residents of Oak Park

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, functions, activities or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer! Qualifications