Recreation Leader V - Group Fitness Instructor

Salary

$22.00 - $36.00 Hourly

Location

Goodyear, AZ

Job Type

Part-Time Temporary

Job Number

FY2600809

Division

Parks & Recreation

Department

Parks & Recreation

Opening Date

10/07/2026

Closing Date

10/21/2026 5:00 PM Arizona

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary

Become a motivating force in our fitness community as a Fitness Instructor, guiding participants towards improved wellbeing.

The City of Goodyear is seeking highly motivated individuals to work as Group Fitness Instructors at the Goodyear Recreation Campus. This is a part-time position, and the ideal candidate will possess good customer service, strong communication skills, be positive, friendly and able to teach high-quality group fitness classes.

We are currently seeking certified personal trainers or group fitness instructors with certification(s) in the following formats:

• Strength-Based Group Classes
• Pilates
• Yoga/Chair Yoga
• Tai Chi
• Line Dancing
• Morning, Daytime, Evening, Weekends
• Subbing for all formats
  
  

At The City Of Goodyear, You Will Be a Part Of An Organization That Values Employees As Its Greatest Asset. You Will Become Part Of a Dedicated Team Of Professionals That Will Be Challenged To Learn And Grow In An Environment That Values Employee Development And Career-building. You Will Thrive In a Culture Of Innovation. We Believe That Successful Employees Are Those That Possess Six Core Values

Integrity - Initiative - Empathy - Optimism - Innovation – Adaptability

Examination Process All qualified applicants who meet the City of Goodyear’s requirements will be invited to move on to the examination process, which includes an interview and class demonstration.

Essential Functions

• Monitor participants and their ability to ensure proper use of equipment and technique
• Instruct group fitness classes by developing class content appropriate to the class description and level
• Ensure effective preparation for each class music and equipment Monitor proper clothing/shoes of participants
• Provide a safe and fun class environment
• Attend all trainings and meetings to ensure quality operations
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, be out-going, and enjoy building relationships with a variety of people
• Provide information and answer questions about available programs
• Enforce all rules that pertain to group fitness on a constant basis
• Observe all safety rules and regulations
  
  

Requirements

• Must possess and maintain current certifications for the specific class format hired to teach
• Must have the ability to instruct with proficiency
• Experience leading various groups of people with different fitness abilities
• One-year experience teaching group fitness classes preferred
• Current state approved CPR/AED and First Aid Certification
• Consistently meet participation requirements
• Must teach approved number of classes per month or more
  
  

Sick leave hours will be provided based upon hours worked.

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Please list your current certifications for the formats you would be eligible to teach:

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Please describe your experience with leading various groups of people with different fitness capabilities:

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Do you have at least 1 year of experience teaching group fitness classes?

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• No
  
  

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Do you possess a current state approved CPR/AED and First Aid Certification?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Please list all your availabilities here and include the days and times per week:

Required Question

Employer City of Goodyear

Address 1900 N. Civic Square

Goodyear, Arizona, 85395

Website http://www.goodyearaz.gov