Arlington County, VA

The Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR) is seeking reliable and enthusiastic Gymnastics Recreation Instructors for several temporary positions to coach andwork with children of all ages and adults in our The Instructors will also provide support and direction to athletes and general input to help shape the recreational program and competitive teams.. The Arlington County Gymnastics program supports a robust recreational class program consisting of preschool, youth, and adult classes as well as the competitive girls team, Arlington Aerials, and the competitive boys team, Arlington Tigers.. Compulsory (pre-team through Level 5) and Xcel Bronze through Diamond Gymnastics;. Men's Artistic Gymnastics coach for Compulsory Gymnastics (pre-team through Level); and. This position is assigned to advance and lower-level classes and may teach therapeutic recreation courses or sections designed for participants with disabilities, including serve as a substitute gymnastics instructor for many other classes when required.

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Salary: $20.60 - $45.92 Hourly Location : Arlington, VA Job Type: Part-Time Temporary (Occasional) Job Number: 7321-24C-DPR-SD Department: Department of Parks and Recreation Division: DPR SPREC Countywide Sports and Classes Opening Date: 12/22/2023 Closing Date: Continuous Position Information The Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR) is seeking reliable and enthusiastic Gymnastics Recreation Instructors for several temporary positions to coach andwork with children of all ages and adults in our The Instructors will also provide support and direction to athletes and general input to help shape the recreational program and competitive teams. The Arlington County Gymnastics program supports a robust recreational class program consisting of preschool, youth, and adult classes as well as the competitive girls team, Arlington Aerials, and the competitive boys team, Arlington Tigers. Our programs offer over 250 classes yearly and teams compete in 8 to 10 meets each season. Major Duties/Specific Tasks: <ul><li>Providing tailored Gymnastics instruction specific to each student's needs while following the provided curriculum, and evaluating individual student performance; </li><li>Preparing for class instruction, reviewing lesson plans, and curriculum; </li><li>Setting up equipment prior to class and securing equipment after class to appropriate locations; </li><li>Inspecting and reporting unsafe equipment to supervisor; </li><li>Recommending purchase of supplies and equipment; and </li><li>Completing required class/competitive team paperwork, such as: attendance reports, evaluations, parent communication, or other duties as assigned by supervisor. </li> </ul>Currently our program is looking for individuals who can work weekday evenings and weekends (both Saturday and Sunday) and have experience in any of the following areas: <ol> <li>Recreational Classes (preschool, youth, and adult); </li><li>Adapted Gymnastics (participants with disabilities); </li><li>Compulsory (pre-team through Level 5) and Xcel Bronze through Diamond Gymnastics; </li><li>Women's Artistic Gymnastics coaches at the Optional (Levels 6-10). </li><li>Men's Artistic Gymnastics coach for Compulsory Gymnastics (pre-team through Level); and </li><li>Men's Artistic Gymnastics coaches at the Optional (Levels 8-10). </li> </ol>Applications are being accepted for the following positions: Gymnastics Instructor I: starts @ $20.60/hourly This position is assigned to preschool or beginner-level classes, or classes where less technical expertise is required to effectively instruct class participants. Gymnastics Instructor II: starts @ $24.44/hourly This position is assigned to intermediate or single-level classes. Concepts taught throughout the course are moderately complex. Gymnastics Instructor III: starts @ $28.24/hourly This position is assigned to advance and lower-level classes and may teach therapeutic recreation courses or sections designed for participants with disabilities, including serve as a substitute gymnastics instructor for many other classes when required. Selection Criteria Minimum: High School Diploma/GED; plus Gymnastics Instructor I <ul> <li>400 hours of technical Gymnastics experience. </li></ul>Gymnastics Instructor II: <ul> <li>800 hours of technical Gymnastics experience; and </li><li>50 hours must be as an instructor. </li> </ul>Gymnastics Instructor III: <ul><li>1200 hours of technical Gymnastics experience; and </li><li>50 hours must be as an instructor. </li> </ul>*Technical experience may come from a variety of sources, such as work experiences, volunteer experiences or formal athletic participation. Substitution: Additional education may be substituted for experience requirement, with each year of post-high school education substituting for 400 hours of technical experience. However, additional education may not be substituted for the instructing hours requirement. Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates with the following: <ul><li>Involvement in a competitive or recreational gymnastics program; </li><li>Gymnastics instruction through coaching or teaching; </li><li>First Aid, CPR certifications and/or other gymnastics certifications; and/or </li><li>Experience working with children of all ages. </li> </ul> Special Requirements Must possess or obtain the First Aid and CPR certifications within three (3) months of employment. A pre-hire background check will be made on all candidates who are selected for employment, which may include the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information. The applicant must possess, or obtain by the time of appointment, a valid driver license, and provide proof, or the applicant must have the ability to use alternative methods of transportation to perform assigned duties at locations other than the primary worksite. Additional Information Work Hours: Multiple shifts, Weekday evenings (4:00pm-9:00pm) and Weekends (Saturday: 8:00am-6:00pm, Sunday: 12:00pm-7:00pm). Most hours are in the evening and on weekends (Saturday and Sunday). Note: This recruitment is open continuous, but applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. Qualified applicants will be considered and interviewed consistently throughout the recruitment until the job is filled or we receive enough applicants. The official job title is Recreation Instructor (I/II & III). This is a temporary occasional position. Employee is eligible for sick leave. Completion of the Supplemental Questionnaire is required and a part of the application process for consideration for this position. Please do not give "see resume" as a response to questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered. #LI-Onsite Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department. The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email . Eligibility for Arlington County Government employee benefits depends on your position type (permanent or temporary) and your status (full-time or part-time). More detailed information on benefits and conditions of employment is available on the Arlington County Human Resources Department website: www.arlingtonva.us/pers. Permanent, Full-Time Appointments All jobs are permanent, full-time appointments unless otherwise stated in the announcement. The following benefits are available: Paid Leave: Vacation leave is earned at the rate of five hours biweekly. Leave accrual increases gradually until eight hours of leave are earned biweekly for twelve or more years of service. Sick leave is earned at the rate of four hours biweekly. Paid parental and family leave benefits are also offered. Leave is pro-rated for part-time employees. Holidays: There are eleven paid fixed holidays each year, as well as two floating holidays. Initial allotment of floating holidays may vary based on when you are hired. Health and Dental Insurance: Four group health insurance plans are offered - a health maintenance organization, two plans with in-network only coverage, and a high-deductible plan with in and out-of-network coveerage, along with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Group dental insurance is also offered, with two options for coverage. The County pays a significant portion of the premium for these plans for employees and their dependents. The County also contributes to the HSA. Life Insurance: Basic life insurance is provided at no cost to employees. The benefit is one times annual salary. Additional life insurance may be purchased for yourself, spouse, and/or children. Retirement: The County retirement program is made up of three parts: a defined benefit (pension) plan, a defined contribution plan (401(a)), and a deferred compensation plan (457). The defined benefit plan provides a monthly retirement benefit based on your final average salary and years of service with the County. You contribute a portion of your salary on a pre-tax basis to this plan. General employees contribute 4% of pay; uniformed public safety employees contribute 7.5% of pay. The County also contributes to this plan. Employees become vested in the plan at five years of service. For general employees, the County also contributes 4.2% of pay to a defined contribution plan (401(a)). The 457 deferred compensation plan allows you to save for retirement on either a pre-tax (457b) or post-tax (457 Roth) basis up to the IRS annual limit. New employees are automatically enrolled with a pre-tax contribution equal to 2% of your pay. A variety of investment options are available for the 401(a) and 457 plans. Other Benefits: The County also offers health care, dependent care, and parking flexible spending accounts; adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement; transit and walk/bike to work subsidies; a college savings plan; wellness programs; training opportunities; and a variety of other benefits. Permanent, Part-Time Appointments: Part-time employees who work ten or more hours per week receive paid leave and benefits in proportion to the number of hours worked per week. Limited Term Appointments: Benefits are the same as permanent appointments except that the employees do not achieve permanent status. Temporary Regular Appointments: Temporary regular employees who work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for health, dental, and basic life insurance as described above. They are also eligible for vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. Temporary Seasonal and Occasional Appointments: Temporary employees who work on a seasonal basis or variable hours receive sick leave, but do not normally receive other paid leave or benefits. Exceptions are noted in individual announcements. 01 What is your highest level of education? <ul> <li>High School/equivalent</li> <li>Associate Degree</li> <li>Bachelor's Degree</li> <li>Master's Degree (or above)</li> </ul> 02 How many hours of technical, volunteer, or formal athletic participation experience within gymnastics do you have? <ul> <li>Less than 400 hours</li> <li>400 hours but less than 800</li> <li>Less than 800 hours</li> <li>800 but less than 1200 hours</li> <li>1200 hours or more</li> <li>None</li> </ul> 03 How many hours of gymnastics instructing/coaching do you have? <ul> <li>Less than 50 hours</li> <li>50 hours or more</li> <li>None</li> </ul> 04 Please indicate if you have the following experience/certification (check all that apply): <ul> <li>Gymnastics recreational instructor</li> <li>Compulsory and optional level gymnastics team coaching in a USA Gymnastics Member club setting</li> <li>Working with children of all ages</li> <li>USAG Gymnastics Certifications</li> <li>None of the above</li> </ul> 05 Please indicate if you have experience in one or more of the following areas (selected items must be listed on your application): <ul> <li>Girls USAG Development Program Competitive Team</li> <li>Girls USAG Xcel Competitive Team</li> <li>Boys USAG Development Program Competitive Team</li> <li>Adapted Gymnastics (participants with disabilities)</li> <li>Recreational Classes (preschool, youth, and adult)</li> <li>None of the above</li> </ul> 06 Please describe any technical Gymnastics experience you possess (experience must be reflected in application or you will not be considered for the opportunity)? 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