Gymnastics Instructor

Summary: The Gymnastics Instructor will teach a variety of gymnastics classes, including Preschool and Parent/Tot, in a positive, safe, educational and fun environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Instruct gymnastics lessons in accordance with PDHP gymnastics curriculum.
• Teaching skills essential to the development and growth of gymnasts abilities and progress.
• Understand skill levels and teach in a progressive and safe manner.
• Attend all informational staff meetings.
• Possess knowledge of gymnastics skills and progressions and proper apparatus execution.
• Performs other Park District-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience: Less than high school education; or up to one-month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working with young children preferred. 

Wage Range: $16.00-$30.00 per hour

Classification: Part-time, non-exempt

Schedule: Weekday mornings for Preschool and Parent/Tot Gymnastics

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

Working Conditions: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Benefits: 
The Park District of Highland Park offers the following comprehensive benefits package:
•    Health & Fitness Membership
•    Outdoor Pool Membership and Seasonal Beach Access
•    Program and Facility Discounts on a variety of recreational activities including Golf and Raquet Sports.

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