Gymnastics Aide

MISSION STATEMENT

The Wisconsin & Upper Michigan Division of The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

KROC CENTER MISSION

In keeping with the mission of The Salvation Army, The Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center provides facilities, programs and services that strengthen, encourage, and enrich children, adults, and seniors through positive life-changing experiences.

SUMMARY/PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Gymnastics Aide will assist in instructing gymnastic classes and camps in a safe, positive, educational and fun environment. The Aide will always work under the continuous direct oversight of the Gymnastics Instructor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

• Provides safe and effective spotting skills assigned for class.
• Executes planned activities to include age appropriate gymnastics skills.
• Assists gymnastic instructors in planning program activities.
• Participates in structured activities with the children; observes and assists participants in practicing and acquiring new skills.
• Prepares gymnastics area for daily activities and assists with clean-up of facility at end of the day. Checks equipment for safety and reports any safety issues to supervisor immediately.
• Maintains a safe environment for the children.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT: Uses a variety of gymnastics equipment including beams, bars, vault, mats, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Experience working with diverse groups of people in age, ethnicity, and abilities.

• Ability to handle youth and handle disciplinary issues effectively.
• Ability to interact with the general public in a calm, rational manner.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of experience in gymnastics is strongly preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: First Aid, CPR and AED Certification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work and relate well with diverse populations
• Knowledge of various gymnastics skills
• Relate well to children, parents, team members, and have superior communication skills
• Friendly, positive attitude
• Strong work ethic

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds of equipment. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job is performed in a recreation setting where the noise level in the work environment at these events is usually moderate to loud.

This position will require performance of duties during hours commensurate with the hours of operation at the Kroc Center including some nights and weekends, and timely responses during off hours.

Ability to spot children through various gymnastics skills, such as forward/backward rolls, vaulting, handsprings, and various other skills.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.