The Youth Cheer Tumbling Instructor, under direction of the Head Cheer Coach, is responsible for teaching basic tumbling skills to youth participants in a safe, positive, and encouraging environment. The coach will focus on developing proper technique, building confidence, and promoting teamwork while ensuring participant safety and enjoyment.

• Plan and lead age-appropriate tumbling instruction for beginner and intermediate participants.
• Teach proper progressions for fundamental skills such as: o Forward and backward rolls o Cartwheels o Round-offs o Handstands o Bridges and backbend kickovers (as appropriate) o Basic jumps, flexibility, and conditioning
• Ensure proper spotting techniques and maintain a safe practice environment.
• Modify instruction to meet varying skill levels and abilities.
• Encourage sportsmanship, teamwork, confidence, and a positive attitude.
• Experience participating in or coaching cheerleading, gymnastics, tumbling, or a related activity.
• Knowledge of proper tumbling progressions and safety practices.
• Ability to work positively with children ages 5-14.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• CPR, First Aid, and concussion training (or ability to obtain prior to the season) preferred.

Physical Requirements 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 frequently required to walk or stand, as well stoop, jump, run, and crouch. Must be able to communicate with others and clearly understand normal conversations in person and on the telephone as well as written form. Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job. This job is performed under temperature variations and under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness and working both inside and outdoors. Must be able to demonstrate and spot basic tumbling skills. Must be available Tuesday evening and/or Thursday evenings from 5:15pm-7:15pm from August 18 - October 15.