Fitness Class Instructor

SUMMARY

The Fitness Instructor is responsible for providing a fun, fast-paced fitness class that combines cardio exercises with muscle sculpting exercises, including the use of weights and barbells. Should be able to teach for all levels and abilities, providing progressions and regressions when necessary, and educating patrons on appropriate breathing principles and safe transitioning techniques

Under the supervision of the Athletics Supervisor, the Fitness Instructor is responsible for designing and leading a safe, efficient, and enjoyable workout for all participants.

Approximately 2 hours/week; preferably Saturday morning or weekday evening; to be negotiated

**QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS**
- Must be 16 years old
- The ability to perform the essential functions
- An interest in working in the recreation industry
- An ability to listen and follow directions
- An understanding of the principles of customer service and client relations
- An understanding of the principles of risk management and safety
- Possess a high school diploma
- Certification as a Group Exercise Instructor (A.C.E., A.F.A.A., or N.E.T.A. acceptable)
- Ability to demonstrate high quality instruction
- First Aid and CPR certification

**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS**:

- Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following tasks_:

- Leading appropriate exercise activities, which includes designing, teaching, and demonstrating exercises based on the principles of exercise physiology
- Implementing proper procedures in the event of an emergency, which includes administering CPR and First Aid as needed
- Keeping accurate records, which includes taking attendance, and administering participant evaluations as assigned
- Providing music for the activities
- Promoting registration for fitness classes, which includes making announcements, distributing flyers, and conducting registration during special promotions
- Reporting for duty as scheduled
- Participating in all pre-employment and in-service training
- Upholding the policies and standards of the Roselle Park District
- Demonstrating high levels of customer care and service
- Upholding and enforcing all risk management and safety goals and procedures
- Demonstrating good judgment
- Providing adequate pre-class instruction, which includes explanation and demonstration of the movements, description of the goals and methods of the class, and answering questions
- Frequent coaching to the participants during the exercise, which includes verbal praising, individual correction of technique, monitoring effort and performance
- Making modifications for participants with lower fitness levels or limited physical ability
- Monitoring participants for symptoms of over-exertion and making adjustments for that individual
- Demonstrating a variety of motivational strategies which encourage participants to do their best and to continue in future classes
- Other related duties as assigned

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Evenings as needed
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person