Duties and Responsibilities

• The incumbent must collaborate well with others, maintain a positive outlook and complete assigned tasks
• Design lesson plans and organize both individual and group activities tailored to participants' developmental level 
• Monitor and instruct clients to ensure proper use of equipment and minimize injury risks 
• Conducting orientation and educational sessions with clients while supporting individualized skill assessment to set realistic goals 
• Regular communication with parents and gymnastic students 
• Expected to join professional organizations and require participants in gymnastics programs to obtain personal memberships - this not only broadens field knowledge but also helps reduce liability insurance costs 
• Responsible for keeping activity and waiting areas clean, handling soiled linens appropriately, and performing any other assigned duties 
• Oversee participants and support staff while managing a dynamic and evolving program, is essential 
• Scheduling of all private lessons and group activities 
• Formulate and develop grassroots data for inclusion into business plans for review by higher level managers
• Obtains approval for and oversees participants in competition for respective groups 
• Assists in the creation of a culture of safety and environmental protection by performing work safety in accordance with departmental safety procedures 
• Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work conditions or practice to the supervisor

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• Successful completion of an accredited gymnastics training program
• Knowledge of applicable rules and regulations as well as demonstrated proficiency in gymnastics

Experience

• At least one (1) year of relevant informal training and practical experience may be accepted in lieu of formal training

Required Skills

• The physical aspects of this position involve the ability to spot, dynamic balancing, crawling, crouching, kneeling, reaching, standing and stooping, along with rapid and simultaneous mental and muscular coordination
• Use of fingers and both hands for gripping, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently and more than 50 pounds on some occasions

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement

IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity.  We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity.  Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth.  We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.