Gymnastics Principal Coach & Program Specialist

Park District of Oak Park; Oak Park (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading recreational facility is seeking a Community-Focused Growth Marketing Coordinator to oversee gymnastics programs. Responsibilities include coaching competitive teams, delivering instructional programs, and ensuring safety and quality standards. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage plus benefits, making it a rewarding opportunity for experienced coaches.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental benefits

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation

Holidays

Sick time

Personal days

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience coaching competitive gymnastics.
• Must obtain USA Gymnastics Safety Certification within 3 months.
• CPR and AED certification required within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coach USAG boys team program levels for competitions.
• Instruct recreational gymnastics programs for various age levels.
• Conduct regular safety inspections of program areas and equipment.

Skills

Coaching

Spotting

Multi-tasking

Communication

Planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree in Recreation, Education, Physical Education or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Community-Focused Growth Marketing Coordinator

Overview:

The Gymnastics Principal Coach & Program Specialist is a full-time position. We offer a competitive compensation with a hourly range of $23.15 +, based on experience and qualifications. Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending account, 457 plan(s), IMRF Pension, tuition reimbursement, vacation, holidays, sick time and personal days.

Hours: Weekday nights and weekends are required. You will be required to work more hours due to competitions or to cover for absent staff.

Job Purpose:

To plan quality gymnastics and related programs as well as provide quality instruction servicing a wide range of ages and ability levels.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare for and coach USAG boys team program levels 10 for competitions.
• Instruct recreational gymnastics programs and activities in connection with the Revenue Departments program portfolio
• Ensure safe participant use of the facility and equipment
• Prepares and delivers class lesson plans within gymnastics program and related program standards
• Evaluates, documents and communicates participant skill attainment and progress, as well as, oversees all part-time coaches regarding the skills evaluation process
• Inventories and maintains equipment and supplies for programs and facility, recommending and justifying the need for the purchase of new and additional equipment
• Responsible for ongoing evaluation of programs, services and facilities under his or her area of responsibility
• Responsible for general maintenance/cleanliness of all Gymnastics and Recreation Center areas
• Investigates and acts upon requests, suggestions, and complaints for gymnastics and related program students and parents
• Attends staff meetings as needed or requested and offers productive contributions
• Develop and accomplish professional and personal goals on an annual basis

Additional Functions:

• Perform office/clerical tasks as needed including registration, data entry, inputting program masters, inventory, record keeping, written reports, purchase orders and program rosters
• Conducts regular safety inspections as assigned of program areas and equipment
• Assists with the implementation of a preventative maintenance program for the care and replacement of gymnastics equipment
• Creates a comfortable and safe environment for the participants before, during and after program periods
• Researches new program ideas and recommends improvements
• Performs other projects as assigned, including but not limited to working special events and coaching at off-site competitions
• Serves on assigned committees upon request (i.e. Safety, Customer Service etc.)
• Attends Park Board meetings upon request to provide information as deemed necessary
• Communicates any program deviations to Programs & Operations Manager and customer service staff as needed
• Survey customers for feedback and ideas
• Available during unassigned hours as needed
• Identifies and addresses daily challenges as they arise and communicates/reports said challenges and actions taken as appropriate to the Programs & Operations Manager
• Follow established purchasing procedures, procurement card procedures and utilization of the purchase order system
• Spots program participants as they use gymnastics equipment as needed
• Prepare incident and accident reports and follow up reports
• Assists with monitoring fully stocked first aid supply stations
• Maintains a complete understanding of Park District emergency action plans and acts as a leader in the execution of the plans when required
• Ability to respond to problems or stressful situations at all times with good judgment and accuracy
• Ability to follow directions and work with limited supervision
• Ability to convey a favorable Park District image with the media, partner organizations, and the public
• Ability to work effectively with internal and external customers, recognizes diverse opinions and needs and maintains a positive working relationship with other employees
• Establishes and maintains the highest standards of ethical conduct

Knowledge, Skills, and Work Experience Required:

• High School Diploma (or GED) equivalent
• At least 3 years' experience coaching competitive gymnastics and coaching them at competitions.
• Must have strong spotting skills on all events
• At least 5 years of experience instructing recreational gymnastics
• Programming experience in gymnastics and related programs
• USA Gymnastics U112 and U113 Courses
• USA Gymnastics Safety Certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of employment, and keep certification current.
• Certification in advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Ai,d and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 3 months of employment and keep certification current. The District provides this training.
• Ability to work with and instruct children
• Ability to multi-task workload
• Oral and written communication skills, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Planning and problem solving skills
• Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office applications
• Good driving record and maintain valid Driver's License at all times. This position is part of pre-employment drug testing and a random drug and alcohol testing program.

Recommended:

• Associates Degree (2year) or Bachelors Degree (4 year) in Recreation, Education, Physical Education or a related field
• Gymnastics accreditation courses for preschool, girls and boys recreational/team and sports science through USAG University

Work Environment, Physical Demands and Considerations:

• Frequent - standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, running and walking
• Strength- requires handling heavy weight (up to 100lbs.)
• Other requirements may include talking, hearing, and seeing to perform the following necessary duties: Teaching programs and supervising students, operating office equipment including but not limited to computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, adding machines and telephones
• Normal gym conditions for majority of work, may include occasional light and temperature variations
• Exposure to noise, dust, gymnastics chalk and elevation
• May be exposed to occasional inclement weather as position may require outdoor work
• Ability to present ideas and recommendations in a concise verbal and written manner
• Ability to use independent judgment and initiative to respond to unexpected or unplanned events or demands
• Ability to involve others through informal networking and involve others in decision making
• Ability to speak effectively to the public
• Ability to use math skills when measuring, calculating and estimating
• Ability to complete tasks without immediate supervision
• Ability to interpret and explain GRC and Park District policies and procedures

Customers:

Internal: Employees of Park District

External: Patrons of Park District of Oak Park; residents of Oak Park, WSSRA, Partner Organizations including governmental and non-profit groups, and the Oak Park Business Community.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, functions, activities or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Park District of Oak Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Recreational Facilities

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