Instructor - Gymnastics
Application Deadline: Open until filled
NOTE: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications will be evaluated on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. Applications may no longer be considered once a candidate to fill the position is identified. This job announcement will close when the position(s) have been filled and may close at any time.
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Help support Parks and Recreation in their mission to enhance the quality of life for all through the stewardship of public land and parks and to provide quality recreational experiences. The City of Charlottesville is seeking qualified candidates for Instructor - Gymnastics who are highly motivated and who strive for success by demonstrating Charlottesville's Core Values of Leadership, Trust, Creativity, Respect, and Excellence.
The hiring amount for this position is between $25.00 and $30.00 an hour. Offer is dependent on qualifications, course type, and internal equity. This is a non-exempt, temporary (variable/limited-hour) position, and is not eligible for city benefits.
The Gymnastics Instructor is responsible for planning, which may include but is not limited to activities such as circuits and lesson plans for skill progressions throughout the session. This includes hands-on instruction and supervision of basic gymnastics skills, which include but are not limited to stretching techniques, forward and backward rolls, cartwheels, and general skill progression drills such as donkey kicks and jumps. Higher skill level classes are expected to begin to put together short routines and series of skills. Instruction may target individuals or groups across the age and ability spectrum. Primarily and most frequently, work is performed under direct supervision within one functional area and is of a routine nature. Reports to a Parks and Recreation Operations Specialist.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum age: 18
- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma.
- Minimum of three (3) months of related experience instructing/supervising individuals in the specialized class OR a minimum of two (2) years of experience participating at a high level in the specialized skill/class in a competitive and/or organized environment.
Special Requirements:
- Depending upon assignment, may require American Red Cross Instructor Certification (WSI, LGI, LGIT and Coaches Safety Training), OSHA and Blood Borne Pathogens, current CPR/First Aid certification and/or certification from a nationally-accredited organization in a specialty area.
- All staff serving in this role must attend the Parks and Recreation Certification program for Instructors on an annual basis
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include early mornings, weeknights, weekends and holidays
The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.
