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Chicago Park District - Department Of Human Resources
Job Title: Gymnastics Instructor (3 positions) Sports & Recreation (Part-Time)Location: TBA
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DUTIES: Develops course curriculum. Instructs patrons in artistic and rhythmic gymnastics using varied gymnastic equipment. Program responsibilities include but are not limited to events prescribed by USA Gymnastics. Instructs men and women in individual gymnastic skills including pommel horse, rings, long and side horse vault, parallel bars, horizontal bar, balance beam, tumbling and floor exercise. Develops and instructs pre-school gymnastics program. Responsible for instructing and coaching all competitive gymnastic events including apparatus and floor exercises, compulsory and optional routines at all levels of USA Gymnastics.Organizes and supervises gymnastic teams at various proficiency levels. Hosts, schedules, and organizes competitive tournaments and non-competitive activities. Promotes events, programs and classes. Helps schedule judges and other officials.Judges all levels of competition. Helps ensure availability and safety of equipment and facilities. Performs clerical tasks including course registration, fee collection, equipment inventory and record keeping.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Three years experience as a gymnast including at least 2 years of USA Gymnastics or N.C.A.A. recognized competition, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.At least 1 year of gymnastic coaching experience is desirable. Professional membership in USA Gymnastics required must obtain membership within 60 days of appointment.Certification Required: Valid USA Gymnastics Safety Certification within 60 days of appointment. Valid USA Gymnastics Level I Coaches Certification within 6 months of appointment.
Application Period: 12/24/07-04/21/08
2008 Salary: $21.01 per hour
Any vacancy posted is pending Budget approval. Selection will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application form. Names of qualified applicants will be placed on an employment list. Being on an employment list is not an offer or guarantee of employment with the Chicago Park District. An employment list is merely a statement of eligibility. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process. Residency in the City of Chicago is required of all employees. Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment. *Resumes must be submitted at the time of application.
