Youth Coach - Gymnastics
Salary
$19.18 - $25.32 Hourly
Location
City of Thornton; Trail Winds Recreation Center, CO
Job Type
Temporary Part-Time
Job Number
26146
Department
Parks, Recreation, & Community Programs
Division
Recreation and Golf Temporary
Opening Date
05/14/2026
Closing Date
6/1/2026 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Non-Exempt
WORK HOURS
HOURS VARY
PROBATION
None, not career service
STATUS 2
FLSA NON-EXEMPT
Work schedule is Monday - Friday, 4pm - 9pm
Under general supervision, plans, organizes, and instructs a program to teach fundamentals of gymnastics to participants of all skill levels from tots to 18 years of age.
Positions in this class are flexibly linked and are normally filled by advancement from Assistant Youth Coach or, when filled from the outside, require previous and directly related experience.
This is the journey-level class in the Assistant Youth Coach/Youth Coach series. Incumbents entering this class have previous directly related work experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
Designs, prepares, plans, and implements drills for practices, workouts, classes, and/or training.
Sets up and tears down equipment as needed.
Monitors participant attendance against rosters to ensure all payments are received. May collect and forward entry forms and birth certificates.
Instructs sport-relevant skills to participants of various ability levels and age groups.
Communicates and enforces facility and class policies and procedures. Ensures all possible safety measures are observed. Identifies and reports any hazards.
Provides excellent customer service, including interacting with participants and/or parents to answer questions and resolve problems.
Responds to emergency situations as required; maintains and forwards accurate accident and incident reports to supervisor.
Reports any issues and concerns to supervisor.
Attends trainings and meetings as required.
Complies with city and departmental rules and regulations, policies, and procedures.
Substitutes for other Coaches as needed.
May coordinate weekly matches.
May lead and/or train other Coaches.
May organize and supervise childrens parties at one of the citys recreational facilities, including set-up and decorating.
May be required to work weekends and holidays.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Gymnastics Coach
In addition to duties listed above
Performs appropriate spotting of gymnasts.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
Requires a minimum of two years coaching experience at a competitive level in recreation or a private club or one year as a city of Thornton Gymnastics Instructor II. College level experience in the specific sport, either playing or coaching is preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid certificates, or the ability to obtain both within 30 days of hire. Valid CARA or USAG safety certification or the ability to obtain within one year of hire date.
May need the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as the job requires.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department.
Knowledge of the specific sport assignment.
Knowledge of coaching the specific sport being taught.
Knowledge of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid.
Skill in performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid activities.
Skill in instructing and demonstrating fundamental sports skills to participants of all abilities.
Ability to demonstrate the specific sport being taught.
Ability to effectively teach, lead, and coordinate classes and/or training.
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
Ability to read, interpret and apply operating policies and procedures.
Ability to react quickly and accurately in emergency situations.
Ability to listen well and communicate effectively with participants, parents, coaches, sports officials, and the public.
Ability to maintain composure during mentally, physically and emotionally stressful situations.
Ability to provide necessary spotting if assigned gymnastic coaching.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, make repetitive motions, and repeatedly twist the upper body. The position is considered medium work; exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee is required to have visual acuity to make general observations; and must demonstrate the ability to remain calm during routine and stressful conditions. The employee may be exposed to various indoor and outdoor environmental conditions including being in the sun and heat. The employee may also be subject to loud noise.
TESTING PROCEDURES
Examinations may include but are not limited to application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof or other job related assessment deemed appropriate by Human Resources.
Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.
As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.
The City of Thornton is an equal opportunity employer.
The City of Thornton offers employees an outstanding benefits package. Benefit eligibility is based on the status of the position. Please email Jobs@thorntonco.gov to receive a copy of our current Benefits Guide.
Benefits offered may include the following depending on the job type/status of the position:
01
Do you have at least one year of experience as a City of Thornton Gymnastics Instructor II?
02
Do you have at least two years of experience coaching at a competitive level in recreation or a private club?
03
Do you understand that all qualifying experience obtained for this position MUST be listed on your application / resume in order to be considered for hire? Even if you are a current City of Thornton employee!
04
Do you have a CPR/First Aid certification? Select all that apply.
05
Do you have a valid CARA or USAG safety certification? Select all that apply.
Required Question
Employer City of Thornton
Department Parks, Recreation, & Community Programs Address 8651 Colorado Blvd
Thornton, Colorado, 80229
Thornton is a diverse community with a strong commitment to quality of life and environmental issues. The Denver metropolitan area in which Thornton is located consistently ranks as one of the most desirable areas to live in the United States. The community's location, 10 miles north of downtown Denver and adjacent to Interstate 25, provides high visibility for business while still allowing easy access to various transportation routes.
The city's location also provides an excellent environment for cultural, recreational, and outdoor enthusiasts. Thornton offers easy access to the 28 major resort areas found in the nearby Rocky Mountains, which offers skiing, hiking, rafting, and camping, as well as beautiful and breathtaking scenic wonders... most are well within a two hour drive. Cultural activities, including numerous museums, gardens, the opera and symphony, are readily available in Denver and other nearby communities such as Boulder, Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley and Arvada. Professional sports teams, including the Denver Broncos, Colorado Rockies, Colorado Avalanche, Colorado Rapids and the Denver Nuggets offer activities for the sports enthusiast.