Group Exercise Instructor

2 weeks ago

Austin, United States Greater Austin YMCA Full time

How you Will Power our Purpose (Job Summary)

Our Group Exercise Programs bring together health-seekers of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels in a fun, supportive environment where they move, groove, and sweat their way toward better well-being. As a Group Exercise Instructor, you teach participants the benefits of exercise and provide a safe and healthy instructional experience.

We are currently seeking candidates to work as substitutes during the evening.

How You Will Make an Impact (Essential Functions)

Protect health, safety, and welfare of all participants by keeping fitness area safe (i.e., racking weights, floors clear, and fitness equipment clean and sanitized, etc.). Encourage members to learn and understand the benefits of exercise and weight training and provide information about other available programs offered through the YMCA. Be available to answer questions and address fitness related concerns of members. Lead and/or co-teach individual or group classes as designated by the supervisor. Arrive 7-10 minutes before class starts and be prepared to start class on time. Submit proper maintenance requests as needed for repairs and maintenance of fitness equipment. Secure own substitute if unable to attend scheduled shift. Be responsible for judging the appropriate level for all participants. Set up and put away equipment as needed. Understand and carry out YMCA Health & Wellness Program objectives. Know, understand, follow and enforce all rules and policies of the YMCA equally. Know and follow the Greater Austin YMCA's People Guidelines, Code of Ethics, payroll procedures (including completing timesheets), and established emergency procedures. Render first aid as needed and complete incident/accident report form for every injury/altercation on the premises. Attend all required meetings and/or trainings. Actively and enthusiastically support the Center and Association goals and directions through effective completion of tasks and verbal display to peers, staff, members and guests. Lead by example the Y's mission, vision, and values with program participants, members, staff and guests.  Become an Ambassador of the Y's work and culture by being the ultimate storyteller of who we are as an organization and brand.  Complete other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Community Enterprise

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. High school diploma, GED or equivalent. Must have beginner level fitness skills including 0--1-year previous fitness/teaching experience and must audition for Health & Wellness Director/Coordinator before teaching. Must have, as applicable, nationally recognized certification in specialty area(s) (i.e., YMCA Group Exercise Certification, Indoor Cycling, Zumba, Les Mills etc.) Current First Aid/ CPR Certifications preferred (must be obtained within 30 days of employment.) You have a growth mindset - You quickly learn from failure and value feedback in the effort to continuously improve. You are a team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude and you can work well with others. You communicate effectively - You listen for understanding and meaning. You speak and write effectively. You are customer focus - You build good customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions. You foster a culture of inclusion and belonging - You leverage people's differences as strengths.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Location

1000 West Rundberg Lane, Austin, Texas 78758

About Us

The Greater Austin YMCA is a nonprofit community enterprise with a vision to cultivate thriving communities across Central Texas where every person benefits from an empowered and well-educated childhood, equitable access to opportunities, resulting in an elevated quality of life and the promise of a sustainable future. Founded in 1953 and anchored in three Central Texas counties, the Y has served close to 500,000 people and provided more than $30M in financial assistance and program subsidies over the past 10 years. We operate 8 community centers and Camp Moody along with 6 early childhood education centers, 60 afterschool programs on school campuses in four districts, and 20 summer camps, with 1500 staff team members, 1000 volunteers, and a $47M annual operating budget.

Additional Information:

The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

The Greater Austin YMCA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Greater Austin YMCA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We Take Care of Our People

Benefit from a free household YMCA membership, enriching both your life and the lives of others. Access retirement planning options to secure your future. Enhance your skills through participation in learning and development workshops. Exclusive cell phone plan discounts for AT&T and T-Mobile/Sprint users. Discounts on programs and services to make your YMCA experience even more rewarding.

Pay Range

$18.00 - $33.00 per class

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