About the role
Position Summary
The University of Denver's Recreation & Wellness division is seeking a part-time Gymnastics Instructor to support the Learn Gymnastics program at the Ritchie Center. This position provides engaging, age-appropriate gymnastics instruction to children ages 18 months to 6 years in both parent-assisted and independent classes. The instructor is responsible for creating a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment that encourages skill development, confidence, and enjoyment of gymnastics.
This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
Essential Functions
- Support the division of Recreation & Wellness and Learn Gymnastics program by delivering high-quality gymnastics instruction to class participants.
- Plan progressive and deliver progressive, age and level appropriate gymnastics instruction to children ages 18 months - 6 years in both parent assisted and independent classes.
- Track and report student progress through established systems (My Skill Chart, Progress Reports)
- Communicate with gymnasts, parents and peers
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Gymnastics background, knowledge or experience
- Ability to work with children
- Provide excellent customer service for all Ritchie Center participants and customers.
- Recognize and respond effectively and efficiently to emergencies.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment within the gymnastics gym.
- Able to work both individually and as part of a team.
Required Qualifications
- Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
- One plus (1+) years of experience working with children
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience coaching gymnastics
- Ability to spot gymnastics skills
Working Environment
- Indoor gymnastics facility environment. Variety of surfaces and equipment present.
- Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.
- Environment is moderate to loud.
Physical Activities
- Instructors will stand and be physically active for duration of shift.
- Lifting equipment and gymnasts up to 50 lbs.
- Demonstrating gymnastics skills and activities
Work Schedule
- Part-time position with variable hours, generally scheduled Monday through Friday, between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Hourly Range
The hourly range for the position is $20.00 - $23.00.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.
Application Deadline
For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) December 1, 2026.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Please include the following documents with your application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.
All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history and National Sex Offender Registry background check.