Lead Gymnastics Instructor

OLD COLONY Y                                                                                       MIDDLEBORO DIVISION

                                                   JOB DESCRIPTION

 

TITLE: Lead Gymnastics Instructor                                                                    CLASSIFICATION:

REPORTS TO: Senior Program Director                                                              Non-Exempt

 

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Senior Program Director, the Lead Gymnastics Instructor is responsible to provide planning, supervision and oral instruction to gymnastics programs creating a safe, positive, supportive environment for all participants. The Lead Gymnastics Instructor will promote the social, cultural, educational, and physical potential of the participants.  The Lead Gymnastics Instructor will uphold the employee code of conduct and will ensure that all areas of the job responsibilities reflect the mission of the Old Colony Y, and the regulating agencies.  The Lead Gymnastics Instructor will display and encourage the character traits of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

1. PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach classes based on the YMCA’s Sport Philosophy.
• Incorporate the YMCA’s mission of developing healthy mind, body, and spirit into programs.
• Ability to supervise 8-9 students with control, enthusiasm and proper safety precautions.
• Ability to demonstrate basic gymnastics skills (forward roll, backward roll, running and jumping.)
• Make sure all participants have a fun, enjoyable time.
• Create lesson plans and materials necessary for leading classes.
• Take control and assign staff responsibilities in order to lead class efficiently.
• Ensure progression and monitor enrollment growth for assigned classes.
• Compile program records including attendance, questionnaires, evaluations, accident/incident reports, and incentive plans.
• Attend all staff meetings.

1. SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL

• Ensure all staff on duty are productive and informed in order to run classes efficiently.

1. FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY

• None

1. FACILITY/HOUSEKEEPING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that all equipment is safe.
• Leave facilities clean and secure.

 

1. YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES - LEADER

 

• Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.  Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.  Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.  Supports fundraising. 

 

• Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.  Builds rapport and relates well to others.  Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations.  Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.  Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

 

• Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.  Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.  Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings.  Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately.  Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

 

 

 

 

• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.  Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process.  Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.  Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

 

 

1. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Knowledgeable with the USAG progressions
• Gymnastics coaching experience.
• Competitive gymnastics experience
• Ability to work with people of all ages.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Must be mature, enthusiastic and caring.
• Must have current CPR/AED certification and D2L training within 60 days of employment.
• Must be available at least three evenings per week for practice and weekends for competitions.  

 

 

CLOSING STATEMENT:

To ensure the overall operations of the Y by supporting team work and accepting additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

OLD COLONY Y                                                                                       MIDDLEBORO DIVISION

                                                   JOB DESCRIPTION

 

TITLE: Lead Gymnastics Instructor                                                                    CLASSIFICATION:

REPORTS TO: Senior Program Director                                                              Non-Exempt

 

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Senior Program Director, the Lead Gymnastics Instructor is responsible to provide planning, supervision and oral instruction to gymnastics programs creating a safe, positive, supportive environment for all participants. The Lead Gymnastics Instructor will promote the social, cultural, educational, and physical potential of the participants.  The Lead Gymnastics Instructor will uphold the employee code of conduct and will ensure that all areas of the job responsibilities reflect the mission of the Old Colony Y, and the regulating agencies.  The Lead Gymnastics Instructor will display and encourage the character traits of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

1. PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach classes based on the YMCA’s Sport Philosophy.
• Incorporate the YMCA’s mission of developing healthy mind, body, and spirit into programs.
• Ability to supervise 8-9 students with control, enthusiasm and proper safety precautions.
• Ability to demonstrate basic gymnastics skills (forward roll, backward roll, running and jumping.)
• Make sure all participants have a fun, enjoyable time.
• Create lesson plans and materials necessary for leading classes.
• Take control and assign staff responsibilities in order to lead class efficiently.
• Ensure progression and monitor enrollment growth for assigned classes.
• Compile program records including attendance, questionnaires, evaluations, accident/incident reports, and incentive plans.
• Attend all staff meetings.

1. SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL

• Ensure all staff on duty are productive and informed in order to run classes efficiently.

1. FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY

• None

1. FACILITY/HOUSEKEEPING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that all equipment is safe.
• Leave facilities clean and secure.

 

1. YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES - LEADER

 

• Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.  Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.  Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.  Supports fundraising. 

 

• Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.  Builds rapport and relates well to others.  Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations.  Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.  Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

 

• Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.  Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.  Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings.  Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately.  Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

 

 

 

 

• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.  Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process.  Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.  Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

 

 

1. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Knowledgeable with the USAG progressions
• Gymnastics coaching experience.
• Competitive gymnastics experience
• Ability to work with people of all ages.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Must be mature, enthusiastic and caring.
• Must have current CPR/AED certification and D2L training within 60 days of employment.
• Must be available at least three evenings per week for practice and weekends for competitions.  

 

 

CLOSING STATEMENT:

To ensure the overall operations of the Y by supporting team work and accepting additional responsibilities as assigned.