Gymnastics Instructor

About this Opportunity!

Gymnastics Instructor Part-Time

Centennial - Goodson Recreation Center

$12.58 - $16.35 per hour

Are you an energetic, self-motivated individual seeking a fun and challenging opportunity teaching gymnastics and working with children? If you answered YES, then this is your opportunity to help participants flip and tumble their way to self-confidence and healthy living! The Gymnastics Instructor position is responsible for gymnastic instruction, keeping accurate attendance records, follow developed lesson plans, distribute progress reports, as well as evaluate and assess skill level and progress of all participants. This position may be required to work shifts ranging from morning to evening hours and weekends.

We are hiring for both Parent-tot and preschool instructors. Must be available Monday - Friday 9am - 2pm varied shifts and Saturday mornings before noon.

Our Ideal Candidate

• One (1) year of experience in a structured gymnastics program through teaching, coaching or competitions preferred. No gymnastics experience required for parent-tot instructors. At least one (1) year of class instruction or program leadership experience.
• Must have the ability and willingness to follow instructions of provided lesson plans and remain engaged with participants.
• Will be competent in a variety of gymnastics skills progressions and spotting techniques at all levels of gymnastics including competitive
• Competent in the use of a variety of gymnastics equipment.
• Will establish and maintain working relationships with employees and the public.
• Has the ability to communicate verbally with both children and adults.
• Must be highly motivated and take direction well with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least fourteen (14) years of age.
• Current certifications in AED/CPR/First Aid or the ability to obtain such certifications within sixty (60) days of employment
• Concussion recognition training is required and must be renewed annually.

The job description above covers the main duties of this position. Please note, as a team member, there may be additional responsibilities that are required to meet ongoing needs of the department.

Employee Benefits & Perks at South Suburban

• FREE use of District fitness centers and swimming pools
• Discounts on recreation classes and golf (applicable to employees working 14+ hours/week)
• Paid sick leave
• Opportunities for training and promotion from within
• Flexible schedules
• To view a complete listing of the District’s most current benefit package, please visit http://careers.ssprd.org

About Us

Our mission is to foster healthy living through stewardship of the environment, parks, trails, and open space by providing recreational services and programs.

We serve residents in Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Centennial west of I-25, Littleton, Lone Tree and Sheridan and unincorporated portions of Douglas, Jefferson and Arapahoe counties. We operate four full-service recreation centers, golf courses, outdoor pools and restaurants, two ice centers and miniature golf courses, and a BMX track, a sports dome, batting cages, an entertainment center, a hotel and a nature center. In addition, we maintain nearly 3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119 multi-purpose athletic fields, more than 100 parks, nearly 80 miles of trails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre South Platte Park.