(The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer)

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Conduct safe and responsible aerobic/fitness classes for the YMCA. Group exercise instructors are required to teach to the level of the participants and conduct themselves in a professional manner.

OUR CULTURE:Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

The Akron Area YMCA stands with others in denouncing prejudice, racism, intolerance, and all other forms of discrimination. We are committed to our mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. In the 150-year history of the Akron Area YMCA we have always and will continue to be dedicated to doing more, doing better, and thus becoming a champion of change in our community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Instructs Fitness classes in compliance with YMCA standards, having prepared class plans accordingly.
2. Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA.
3. Acquire necessary CEC’s to remain certified.
4. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
5. Emphasize safety and proper technique during class workouts.
6. Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
7. Attend program/staff meetings and workshops as scheduled.
8. Assist with special events as scheduled including the Annual Campaign and other fundraising events.
9. Understand, discuss and promote all YMCA programs.
10. Maintain clean and safe work environment.
11. Other duties as assigned

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Developing Self & Others – Supports members, participants or project teams in achieving their goals.
• Inclusion – Creates a safe environment in which others feel welcome and respected.
• Communication & Influence – Interprets messages and body language effectively. Responds to the individual needs of the other person.
• Functional Expertise – Executes superior technical skills for the role.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Certifications: Basic CPR, AED, First Aid and New Leader Orientation within 90 days of hire.
2. YMCA Group Exercise Instructor Certification or equivalent within 90 days of hire.
3. Keep all certifications current.
4. At least 18 years of age.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must be able to perform and adequately explain the workout of the individual class/program.
2. Must be able to explain proper form, safety and techniques with all equipment.
3. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate to groups of varied age, size and ability.
4. May be required to perform frequent amounts of but not limited to: bending, sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, lifting and moving objects/equipment.
5. Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency
6. Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
7. Must be able to participate in high cardiovascular activities for up to 45 minutes continuously.
8. May have infrequent contact with bodily fluids of others (i.e. sweat, blood, etc…)
9. The noise level in the work environment can be moderate to loud.