Gymnastics Instructor

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 22,041 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

A community service organization in Phoenix is seeking a Gymnastics Instructor to provide quality instruction to beginners. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. The Instructor will ensure a safe, engaging environment while maintaining professionalism in all interactions. The preferred candidate will have strong communication skills and a philosophy aligned with youth development. A criminal background check will be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age and at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated skills in gymnastics instruction.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Instruct beginners in gymnastics.
• Ensure a safe and fun environment for participants.
• Maintain professionalism in interactions.

Skills

Experience teaching gymnastics/dance

Bilingual English/Spanish

Ability to work with children

Professional attitude

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in related field

Job description

LOCATION: The Salvation Army - Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center - Phoenix, Arizona

HOURLY RATE OF PAY: $16.00 TO $30.00 (DOE)

Status: On Call/Non Exempt

Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Description

The Salvation Army is seeking a Gymnastics Instructor for the Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Phoenix. The Gymnastics instructor will instruct beginners with the sound principles in the area of Gymnastics. This person will ensure a safe and fun environment for all participants of the class, notifying appropriate personnel of any unsafe conditions. The Instructor will maintain a professional demeanor in their interactions with children, parents, customers, staff, and management.

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• At least 5 years of prior experience teaching or working in the area of gymnastics/dance.
• Certification or degree in related field or level of expertise required.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to function effectively with minimal or no supervision.
• Must be able to demonstrate various skills in the area of instruction specified.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Must be able to work and relate well with people.
• Must be in good physical and mental health, capable of meeting the demands of the specified area.
• Have a philosophy of education and child development, which is consistent with that of The Salvation Army Kroc Center.
• Must maintain a professional attitude and approach to problem-solving.
• Must have the ability to work with children, parents, staff, and the community in a capacity of leadership and education including but not limited to:
• Ability to relate joyfully and sensitively to children of all ages.
• Sensitivity to individual needs.
• Ability to use appropriate positive discipline consistent with The Salvation Army's behavior management plan.
• Dependability.
• Ability to handle security and crisis situations calmly and maintain confidentiality as needed.
• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.

Physical Requirements

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach with hands and arms on a continuous basis. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must have the ability to operate a telephone, a desktop, or laptop computer, as well as the ability to access and produce information from a computer, and to understand written information.

Equal Opportunity

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.