What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Instructor I position at City of Boulder, CO?
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Application Deadline:
January 30, 2025
Compensation Details:
Full Pay Range
15.57 - 20.05
Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.This is a part-time hourly position.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
10
Benefit Eligibility Group:
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Job Description Summary:
OVERVIEW OF ROLE (Gymnastics)The City of Boulder's fun and popular gymnastics program is offering an opportunity for enthusiastic individuals to join our team and make a difference in our community by helping young athletes develop and grow. This position offers the chance to join an inspired and dedicated coaching staff and become an integral part of our team. Our coaches take a collaborative approach in developing our athletes and show a strong commitment to our participants and each other.
Job Description:
GYMNASTICS
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Gymnastics)
- Teach gymnastics to preschool children ages 2 - 5 years old.
- Teach school-aged, recreational gymnastics, ages 6 and older.
- May coach Xcel girls’ teams or boys’ competitive program after proven job performance or experience.
- Equipment set up, maintaining roll sheets, and communicating with parents.
- Take proper safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act accordingly to prevent accidents and injuries.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (Gymnastics)
- Ability to evaluate conditions in assigned areas and make judgments related to safety. Understanding and observing participant behavior and monitoring exertion levels. Ability to keep accurate records, organize information, and follow established procedures.
- Ability to tactfully and effectively communicate with participants, parents, & coordinators, with excellent customer service.
- Strong understanding of basic gymnastics with the ability to provide coaching feedback to participants while ensuring proper class management tactics. Ability to stay actively engaged and assist with basic spotting of gymnastics skills.
- Ability to collaborate with coaching partners about lesson plan ideas. Work closely with coordinators and floor leads. Willingness to accept and provide feedback.
- Understanding of the importance of punctuality & consistency. Being able to commit to the agreed-upon schedule.
- Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS (Gymnastics)
- Previous experience working with preschool and school age children.
- Current Red Cross or equivalent CPR & First Aid certification.
- Prior or current member of USAG Gymnastics (USAG), either as an athlete of professional member.
- Prior experience performing or teaching gymnastics.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
No education or experience is required for this role
Supervision Received: Recreation Program Coordinator
Supervision Exercised: None
Additional Job Description:
Last updated: August, 2024
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