Learn Gymnastics Instructor

University of Denver's Recreation & Wellness division is seeking a part-time Gymnastics Instructor to support the Learn Gymnastics program at the Ritchie Center. This position provides engaging, age-appropriate gymnastics instruction to children ages 18 months to 6 years in both parent-assisted and independent classes. The instructor is responsible for creating a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment that encourages skill development, confidence, and enjoyment of gymnastics.

This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.

Essential Functions

• Support the division of Recreation & Wellness and Learn Gymnastics program by delivering high-quality gymnastics instruction to class participants.
• Plan progressive and deliver progressive, age and level appropriate gymnastics instruction to children ages 18 months - 6 years in both parent assisted and independent classes.
• Track and report student progress through established systems (My Skill Chart, Progress Reports)
• Communicate with gymnasts, parents and peers

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Gymnastics background, knowledge or experience
• Ability to work with children
• Provide excellent customer service for all Ritchie Center participants and customers.
• Recognize and respond effectively and efficiently to emergencies.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment within the gymnastics gym.
• Able to work both individually and as part of a team.

Required Qualifications

• Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
• One plus (1+) years of experience working with children

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coaching gymnastics
• Ability to spot gymnastics skills

Working Environment

• Indoor gymnastics facility environment. Variety of surfaces and equipment present.
• Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.
• Environment is moderate to loud.

Physical Activities

• Instructors will stand and be physically active for duration of shift.
• Lifting equipment and gymnasts up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrating gymnastics skills and activities

Work Schedule

• Part-time position with variable hours, generally scheduled Monday through Friday, between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Hourly Range: The hourly range for the position is $20.00 - $23.00.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Education

• All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history and National Sex Offender Registry background check.