Gymnastics Coach

Join our team of dedicated professionals at the Norridge Park District as a Gymnastics Instructor. We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic individual to teach gymnastics classes to children of all ages.

The Gymnastics Instructor will be responsible for planning, teaching, and instructing gymnastics classes to preschool and recreational students. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in gymnastics, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with children of all ages.

• Teach gymnastics classes to preschoolers aged 3-5 and recreational students aged 6 and up.
• Evaluate participant skill progress and provide feedback.
• Maintain equipment and gymnastics facility.
• Prepare and deliver class lesson plans that meet gymnastics program standards.
• Spot participants on gymnastics equipment and tumbling skills.
• Provide class leadership and ensure a safe and fun learning environment.

• Perform office/clerical tasks as necessary.
• Prepare incident and accident reports.
• Prepare and coach assistant instructors.
• Teach parent and tot gymnastics classes for age 2-3 years.
• Teach tumbling, trampoline, cheer, and other gymnastics-related programs upon request.
• Assist with the monitoring of first aid supplies and equipment for the gymnastics center.
• Maintain knowledge of and follow all Federal, State, Local, and Park District safety regulations.
• Maintain a complete understanding of the Park District emergency action plan.
• Communicate any program deviations to immediate supervisor and customer service staff.
• Available nights and weekends as needed.
• Attend staff meetings as needed or requested.
• Perform other projects as assigned.

• 1+ years of gymnastics coaching experience and team experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Certification in advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 3 months of employment.
• 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.

$18-$30 per hour