Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor

3 weeks ago


Schenectady, United States ROBERT AND DOROTHY LUDWIG JCC OF SC Full time
Job Details

Job Location
Schenectady JCC - Schenectady, NY

Position Type
Part Time

Salary Range
$28.00 - $32.50

Job Shift
Any

Job Category
Training

Description

Department: Sports and Wellness

Job Classification: Non- Exempt

Supervised by: Fitness Director

The SJCC is looking for a motivated and talented individual to join our personal training and
group exercise team. This is a dual position which requires teaching group fitness classes and
also booking and taking on clients at the SJCC for one-on-one and small group training
sessions.

Position Summary:

The Personal Trainer reports to the Fitness Director and will provide a safe and effective exercise routine for all members seeking their guidance. They will also collaborate closely with the fitness director, other personal trainers, floor associates, and babysitting staff to provide the best experience possible for our members and guests. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to multi-task and provide a comprehensive exercise prescription for their clients. Must have an overall positive attitude, great sense of fun and must present a professional image both internally and externally at all times. Take the next step in your career

Responsibilities & Duties:
  • Create and demonstrate a safe and effective exercised program for a member of the Schenectady JCC in accordance with the fitness center director.
  • Maintain professional standards among clients. These standards include: punctuality, proper attire, and the creation and maintenance of a friendly, safe, and motivating training relationship.
  • Instruct and coach both groups and individuals in various exercises and activities.
  • Help clients assess their physical fitness levels and encourage and help them set and reach their fitness goals.
  • Motivate clients and team members.
  • Identify specific training needs.
  • Construct instructional programs customized to each client.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, members and all members of the general public.
  • Greet each member and guest with a smile and personalized comment.
  • Attempt to know each participant's name and their individualized fitness goals.
  • Market future programs in the Sports and Wellness Department by engaging in conversations with customers.
  • Maintain certifications through continuing education.
  • Put equipment away after use.
  • Serve as a knowledgeable and responsible information source to all members.
  • Keep accurate records of all personal training sessions.
  • Maintain confidentiality of client information.
  • Report to the Fitness Director with any questions or concerns regarding client's issues.
  • Attend and participate in all staff meetings.
  • Be highly organized, flexible, and creative, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to create effective
    tracking systems and adhere to deadlines
  • A positive attitude, hard worker who also enjoys having fun
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Current CPR/AED and first aid certification required (or willingness to obtain upon hiring).
  • Current Certified Personal Trainer Certificate from recognized authority (NASM, ACE, ACSM, etc.).
  • Current Group Exercise Certification from recognized authority
  • Mature, highly organized, flexible, and creative, with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work well independently.
  • 1-2 years experience.
  • A positive attitude, hard worker who also enjoys having fun

Compensation

$28.00 hourly for 1-15 hours of training

$30.50 hourly for 16-30 hours of training & Small Group Training

$32.50 hourly for 31 plus hours of training

Minimum wage for all fitness meetings.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. This job description is to be used as a guideline to describe the current functions and requirements of the position. The job description may change at any time based on business needs and/or job reorganization.

We are an equal opportunity employer. As such, employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications and abilities.

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