GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Job Title: Group Fitness Instructor (Club Fitness), Substitute for Aqua, Silver Sneakers.

Department: Club Fitness

Reports to: Club Fitness Manager

Job Class: Regular Part-Time, non-exempt, IMRF ineligible

Schedule: Various, depending on class offerings. Not to exceed 19 hours per week.

Salary: $22.00 + per hour, DOQ

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Club Fitness Manager, the Substitute Group Fitness Instructor is responsible for conducting various group exercise programs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely instruct group exercise classes of various styles and intensities. These include Aqua classes and Silver Sneakers emphasis.
• Follow all required safety guidelines of the Park District.

Required Qualifications

• Current Adult CPR/AED certification.
• Valid Group Fitness Instructor certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to act as substitute instructor on short notice.

Environmental & Physical Demands

• Indoor work environment with the possibility for outdoor instruction.

Competencies

• Must be able to follow directions and communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently in day-to-day operations with the general direction of the Club Fitness Manager.
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere, while promoting the Park District's mission statement, vision, and core values.
• Ability to maintain self-control and composure in difficult situations.
• Ability to receive constructive criticism and/or supervision.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to new situations.
• Possess enthusiasm and drive with a desire to accomplish goals and objectives.