Group Exercise Instructor

YMCA Job Description

Job Title: Group Exercise Instructor Leadership Level: Leader

Job Type: Part-Time Pay Range: $16.00 - $18.00

FLSA Status: on-Exempt Schedule: Varied

Reports to: Wellness Director Primary Function: Wellness

POSITION SUMMARY:

Instruct group classes. Provides excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Required certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED, national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction, Tivity Health, OR YMCA Group Exercise Instructor certification (within 90 days of hire).

· Certification and/or experience in areas of expertise.

· You must stay current with the above certifications. The YMCA will reimburse you half of the cost for your pre-requisite and initial online training courses for the YMCA Group Exercise Instructor certification. After that, you are reimbursed up to $50 every year for continuing education after the continuing education is approved by the director. Unused training funds do not carry over.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Specific Functions

· Leads group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.

· Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.

· Keep accurate class attendance records.

· Attends periodic group exercise staff meetings.

General Functions

· Assists with functions and events as needed

· Attends required meetings, conferences or training as deemed necessary

· Performs other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

· Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.

· Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.

· Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Required for essential duties; reasonable accommodations will be considered under the Americans with Disabilities Act; this list is not all-inclusive and may be supplemented as necessary.

· Ability to perform physical work including lifting up to 50 lbs., standing, walking, climbing ladders, and working in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions.

· Flexibility to respond to facility emergencies during evenings, weekends, and holidays.

· Travel required between YMCA facilities.

PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS:

· Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.

· Shows a desire to serve others and meet community needs.

· Collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perspectives.

· Builds rapport and connects well with others.

· Makes sound judgments and applies insights from one situation to another.

· Engages in self-development to enhance job performance.

· Displays openness to change and seeks opportunities within the change process.

· Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Free fitness classes
• Gym membership
• Paid sick time

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50