Gymnastics Coach I

City of Durango; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free pass to Durango Recreation Center

Free Transit pass

Wellness Challenge eligibility with pr

Job summary

City of Durango seeks a part-time Gymnastics Coach to organize and lead age-appropriate classes within Parks and Recreation programs. You will create a positive, engaging environment, plan lessons, and assist with equipment care while collaborating with staff to deliver safe, fun experiences for participants.

You will follow department philosophies, maintain open communication with parents, attend trainings, and model professional sportsmanship.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in educational or recreational programs.
• Understanding of child development and age-appropriate instruction.
• Knowledge of gymnastics or related recreational activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead gymnastics classes and activities.
• Attend required orientations and trainings.
• Arrive prepared and on time for shifts and classes.
• Develop age-appropriate lesson plans and request supplies as needed.
• Teach proper gymnastics techniques and fundamentals by age/skill level.
• Lead enrichment activities and other recreational programming as assigned.
• Model sportsmanship, positive behavior, and respectful participation.
• Ensure participant safety by inspecting surfaces and equipment and adjusting for conditions.

Skills

CPR certification

AED certification

First Aid certification

Job description

As a Gymnastics Coach, you will be responsible for organizing and instructing age-appropriate gymnastics activities, creating a positive and engaging environmentfor participants, and supporting gymnastics program operations through lesson planning, communication, and equipment care. You will work closely with other staff to deliver fun, safe, and well-organized programs while modeling good sportsmanship and following department philosophies and policies.

City of Durango’s Trail to Excellence

The City of Durango is a purpose-driven organization with more than 400 full-time and 300 part-time and seasonal employees across 15 departments, all working together to provide a wide range of services that keep our community running every day. From public safety and utilities to parks and recreation, our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality services that enhance the lives of all who live, work, and visit here.

At the city, we focus on continually improving how we work and serve the community. This effort is called the Trail to Excellence (T2E), and every employee plays a part in it. Whether you work outdoors, in an office, or lead a team, your daily efforts connect to the city’s mission of providing excellent service and reaching the city’s vision of being a multigenerational community that is authentic, diverse, engaged, thriving, and environmentally responsible. The full details of this vision are outlined in the city’s strategic plan.

As a member of our team, your work will be meaningful because:

• Your ideas help shape citywide improvements.
• The work you do ties directly into measurable goals.
• You'll be part of a system that values collaboration, innovation, and results.

We're looking for team members who share our core values of teamwork, dependability, professionalism, service, respect, innovation, and wellbeing — and who are excited to make a difference in the community we serve.

What You’ll Do in This Role

• Plan, organize, and lead gymnastics classes and instructional activities for Parks and Recreation programs.
• Participate in pre-season staff orientation and required training.
• Arrive prepared and on time for assigned shifts, practices, classes, or activities.
• Develop and submit age-appropriate lesson plans and supply requests to the Recreation Supervisor.
• Teach proper gymnastics techniques and fundamentals appropriate to participant age and skill level.
• Organize and lead enrichment activities and other recreational programming as assigned.
• Emphasize and model good sportsmanship, positive behavior, and respectful participation.
• Follow the Durango Parks and Recreation program philosophy, including having fun, equal participation, teaching sportsmanship, and teaching proper fundamentals.
• Ensure participant safety by inspecting playing surfaces and equipment and adjusting activities based on conditions, skill levels, or weather.
• Communicate program information to parents and guardians, including schedules, locations, expectations, and required equipment.
• Clearly communicate program expectations to participants and families.
• Assist the Program Coordinator or Recreation Supervisor with scheduling classes, practices, or program activities.
• Care for program equipment, supplies, records, and facilities.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service training as required.
• Follow all department policies and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

You Have

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.
• Possession of a valid Colorado driver’s license, where applicable.

You Will Succeed in This Role If You

• Have experience working with children in educational or recreational programs.
• Understand child development, age-appropriate instruction, and reasonable discipline.
• Have knowledge of gymnastics or the recreational activity you are coaching or leading.
• Can develop and deliver age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with participants, families, and coworkers.

What We Can Offer You

The following perks are available for part-time and seasonal employees.

• Free pass to the Durango Community Recreation Center and Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area
• Free Transit pass
• Eligibility to participate in the City’s Annual Wellness Challenge and a chance to receive prizes and cash rewards