Group Exercise Instructor - Part Time

Salary Range: $26.00 - $60.00 DOQ

Hours: Various hours based on the needs of the facility

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Fitness/Wellness Coordinator, oversee all participants of their respective group exercise classes, which include planning and preparation, attendance tracking of classes, class instruction/implementation and other influences of the program.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Maintains communication link between Fitness Center Members and Guests, Fitness Center Management Team, Fitness Center Equipment Maintenance, Fitness Center Membership Services, and Fitness Center Part Time Staff.  This includes announcements regarding class or program changes.

Provides a high level of personalized attention, encouragement and motivation to group exercise program participants.

Evaluates and instructs class participants new techniques/ and oversees classes for safety concerns

Assists Fitness Centre Management in establishing a marketing plan for the group exercise program and specific classes.

Tracks participation in the group exercise program.

Performs the job safely and in compliance with district policies, procedures, work and safety rules.

Familiarizes self with the safe operation of any equipment necessary in accomplishing required tasks.

Plan instruction related to the class title and description.

Communicate with parents regarding child’s participation and progress (if you are instructing a youth/teen program).

Communicate any concerns to the Fitness/Wellness Coordinator regarding participants and class numbers, or other issues pertaining to the strength and integrity of the group exercise program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Energetic, enthusiastic, and motivating

Enjoys contact with people

Ability to lead spin classes which involve riding a bicycle for forty-five minutes while standing and squatting all while communicating with the class.

Excellent verbal communication, promotional and leadership skills

Teamwork attitude 

Progressive traits:  goal oriented to continuously improve

Self Motivation /Problem Solver / Takes the initiative

Good knowledge of pertinent safety precautions.

Know developmentally appropriate fitness activities for the age of the participants

Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Currently hold National Certifications from one of the following organizations:

- ACE (American Council on Exercise)
- AFAA (Aerobics & Fitness Association of America) / NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine)
- NSCA (National Strength & Conditioning Association)

Must hold a current certification in the following areas if instructing these formats

Cycling

Spinning (renewable every two years)

Cycling Fusion (renewable every two years)

Zumba

Basic Steps Level 1

Zumba Jump Start Gold

Zumba Basic 2

Zumba Gold

Strong by Zumba

Also required for formats such as MixxedFit, Silver Sneakers, POUND or otherwise: maintain certification based on requirements, i.e. monthly, quarterly or otherwise outlined and required for proper certification to teach the format.

Current CPR/AED Certification.

Elk Grove Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Summary of Benefits