Winter: Tumbling Instructor (Preschool Aged Program) **Monday Nights**

Salary: $14.50 - $15.75 Hourly
Location : IL 61761, IL
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number: 1
Department: Parks & Recreation - Part-Time
Opening Date: 11/16/2023
Closing Date: 1/17/2024 5:00 PM Central
Job Description
Teach tumbling to 18 months - 5 year olds at varying skills levels. Apparatuses include: balance beam, vault, low barre and tumbling experience on floor.
The working season for this position is January 29th - March 18th. Monday evenings from 4:00pm-7:15pm.
Duties/Essential Job Functions

• Assist with planning weekly skills and activities prior to the start of each class
• Assist evaluating the skill level of each participant
• Teach participants skills on the balance beam, vault, floor and barre
• Assist in running a safe and organized class
• Communicate effectively with participants, parents/guardians and staff regarding questions and concerns
• Take daily attendance
• Assist with keeping storage areas clean and organized
• Perform First Aid or take care of minor injuries as needed

Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

• Preferred age is 16 years or older
• Certification in First Aid and/or CPR is preferred (classes provided by NPRD)
• Successful completion of criminal background check
• Ability to interact well with children ages 18 months-5 years
• Knowledge of skills associated with the apparatuses above
• Understanding of how to teach each skill at an age appropriate level
• Knowledge of how to safely spot participants
• Ability to work independently with little supervision

Desirable Training and Experience
Desirable Experience and Training:

• Availability to work from 4:00-7:15pm, Monday evenings
• Experience working with youth or background in field of Education, Parks & Recreation or another related field
• Previous personal experience in gymnastics, tumbling or cheerleading is required

There are no benefits for temporary positions.