Exercise Instructor

6 days ago

East Brunswick, New Jersey, United States APluscare LLC Full time
Job Title:

Day Habilitation Exercise Instructor

About the Role:

The Exercise Instructor is a key member of our Day Habilitation team, responsible for creating and implementing engaging fitness classes that promote physical health, coordination, social skills, and confidence among participants. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching dance, fitness, or movement and be able to adapt their instruction to suit the abilities of individuals with developmental disabilities.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Promote healthy movement and exercise among Day Habilitation participants, tailoring classes to meet individual needs and goals.
  • Educate participants about the benefits of exercise and motivate them to participate actively in classes.
  • Lead classes using cues, visual demonstration, and individual guidance to keep participants engaged and actively participating.
  • Adapt movement and pace to suit the ability levels of participants.
  • Promote a fun, celebratory atmosphere with upbeat music and positive reinforcement.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or requested by APluscare LLC.
Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience teaching dance, fitness, or movement.
  • 1 year or more of previous experience working with individuals with IDD or similar environments; or equivalent education preferred.
  • A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Group fitness certification or equivalent training strongly preferred.
  • Ability to plan fun, simple routines combining cardio, strength, and aerobic exercise.
  • Good verbal communication, cueing skills, and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

This role requires:

  • An appropriate level of fitness and flexibility to run and instruct classes.
  • Ability to actively demonstrate moves for up to an hour at a time.
  • Capability of moving freely to observe participants and provide hands-on guidance.
  • The ability to effectively communicate (orally and written) and interact with others, including diverse, inter-disciplinary, cross-functional teams.
  • The ability to read, concentrate, and learn.
  • Physical requirements include sitting, bending, standing, kneeling, squatting, walking, exercising, high cardio tasks for extended periods, lifting in excess of 50 pounds, and crisis management techniques including physical holds and restraints.
  • Excellent listening skills and ability to communicate effectively with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Salary and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary range of $45,000 - $60,000 per year, depending on experience. In addition to a comprehensive compensation package, we also offer a range of benefits, including opportunities for professional development and growth within our organization.

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