What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Living Fitness Instructor position at Orion's Fitness?
Orion’s Fitness is seeking a dependable, engaging, and professional Wellness Instructor to lead recurring weekly wellness sessions at 4 senior living communities in the League City, Kemah and Clear Lake area. This consists of 6 classes per week total.
We are looking for someone who is more than just energetic — we want an instructor who is reliable, proactive, personable, and passionate about creating a positive experience for senior residents. The ideal candidate is confident leading groups, communicates well, arrives prepared, and genuinely enjoys helping older adults stay active and engaged.
This role is ideal for someone who values consistency, professionalism, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Dependability and professionalism are extremely important to us, as residents and communities rely on consistency and a great experience each week.
Wellness Sessions Include
- Seated Tai Chi
- Zumba
- Yoga
- Chair Fitness
- Chair Cardio
- Water Aerobics
Weekly Schedule
Mondays
Chair Tai Chi or Chair Yoga - 10am
The Delaney at South Shore - 2605 Marina Bay Dr, League City
Wednesdays
Chair Fitness - 11:30am
Huntington at Kemah - 1105 Deke Slayton Hwy, Kemah, TX 77565
Friday's
Chair Fitness - 10am
Chair Tai Chi or Chair Yoga - 10:30am
Pegasus Clear Lake - 780 W Bay Area Blvd, Webster, TX 77598
2 days a week (2 classes)
4pm or 6pm for a Fitness class
Before noon for Water Aerobics
Huntington Lago Mar - 13330 Holland Rd, Dickinson, TX, 77539
Responsibilities
- Lead safe, engaging, and encouraging wellness sessions for seniors
- Create a welcoming and positive environment for residents
- Adapt exercises for varying fitness and mobility levels
- Arrive on time and prepared for each session
- Build positive relationships with residents and community staff
- Maintain professionalism, consistency, and strong communication
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching group fitness or wellness sessions
- Experience working with seniors or older adults preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Dependable transportation and strong attendance reliability
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor
- Ability to lead sessions independently with confidence
- CPR certification preferred but not required
Compensation
- Starting pay $30 per session
- Consistent recurring weekly schedule
- Additional session opportunities may become available for dependable instructors
About Orion’s Fitness
Orion’s Fitness partners with senior living communities to provide engaging wellness and fitness programs that improve residents’ health, mobility, confidence, and quality of life. We are looking for instructors who genuinely care about creating meaningful experiences for the residents we serve.
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 6.0 per week
Application Question(s):
- What certifications do you currently hold?
- Are you available at the times listed below? (Yes or No)
Every Monday at 10am
Every Wednesday at 11:30am
Every Friday at 10am and 10:30am
1 day a week at 4pm or 6pm (the day is TBD)
1 day a week before 12pm (the day is TBD)
- Are these 4 communities within reasonable driving distance for you? (Yes or No)
The Delaney at South Shore - 2605 Marina Bay Dr, League City
Huntington at Kemah - 1105 Deke Slayton Hwy, Kemah, TX 77565
Pegasus Clear Lake - 780 W Bay Area Blvd, Webster, TX 77598
Huntington Lago Mar - 13330 Holland Rd, Dickinson, TX, 77539
- Do you have experience teaching Chair Tai Chi, Chair Yoga, Chair Fitness, or Water Aerobics to seniors at assisted living facilities? (Yes or No)
- Compensation is $30 per class. There are 6 classes a week, therefore the pay is $180 per week. Does this align with your expectations? (Yes or No)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30