Gymnastics Coordinator

Job Summary
We have an immediate opening for a Part-Time IMRF year-round Gymnastics Coordinator position! The Gymnastics Coordinator is responsible for running all aspects of Highland Parks gymnastics program under the supervision and guidance of the Recreation Supervisor and/or Program Manager at our brand-new, 10,000 square-foot gym! Apply today and come join the Highland Park Gymnastics Club!

Supervisory Responsibilities
Schedules and directly supervises all gymnastics instructors. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Essential Job Duties
Include, but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Structure, initiate, and supervise all gymnastics programs, including curriculum development and staffing.
• Teach skills essential to the development and growth of gymnasts’ abilities and progress.
• Possess knowledge of gymnastic skills and progressions, and proper apparatus execution.
• Maintain and evaluate current classes and develop new classes.
• Assist in coordinating the gymnastics schedule each session.
• Be able to instruct all class levels, including competitive team.
• Assist with registration and reports for gymnastics programs.
• Assist with PDHP front desk procedures.
• Hold informational staff meetings.
• Assist with recommendations for the annual budget.
• Work with the Marketing Department to promote programs and services through the website, program guide and other marketing materials, etc.
• Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise staff to operate areas of responsibility.
• Coordinate and staff gymnastics parties and special events.
• Ensure instructors are appropriately implementing lesson plans, class progress reports, and attendance sheets.
• Maintain equipment and perform monthly safety inspection checklist.
• Attend gymnastics and staff meetings.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with participants and the public in a professional and courteous manner through timely emails and phone calls with correct information.
• Respond appropriately to participant and facility emergencies, including completion of accident/incident reports in a thorough, accurate and timely manner.
• Act as manager on duty in absence of facility management staff.
• Follow all Park District policies and procedures.
• Performs other Park District-related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent with preference given to person holding a four-year college degree from a recognized college or university; have at least 3 years’ experience working as a gymnastics instructor as well as supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
American Red Cross CPR/AED

Wage Range: $22.75-$27.00 per hour 

Classification: Part-time IMRF, non-exempt

Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and sit; bend; twist; squat; use hands to finger, handle, grasp manipulate or feel; reach push or pull with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, see and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions: Must be able to respond quickly and accurately. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits: 

•    Pension/Benefit Plan (IMRF)
•    Deferred Compensation Plans
•    Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
•    Two (2) PTO Days 
•    Health & Fitness Membership 
•    Outdoor Pool Membership and Seasonal Beach Access
•    Program and Facility Discounts on a variety of recreational activities including Golf and Racquet Sports. 

The Park District of Highland Park is an equal opportunity employer.