Group Exercise - Hip Hop Step Instructor - Part-time

pThis position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes people of all skill and fitness levels. Effectively builds community within the class. Modifies class as needed to meet varied health, ability and cultural needs./p pInstructs group classes in a safe, supportive and welcoming environment that promotes member wellness and engagement by following YMCA policies and procedures. /p pstrongOUR CULTURE: /strong/p pOur 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./p p /p pstrongESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:/strong/p ol liEnthusiastically lead an energizing, fun, safe, and educational group fitness class, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals./li liAnswer questions from members to nurture goal achievement related to healthy living. Maintains working knowledge of current wellness trends from respected industry leaders to inform and support members./li liBuild effective, genuine, and professional relationships with members; encourage building a community by fostering connections with other members and YMCA staff./li liObserves and adjusts approach to support all participants’ capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture./li liCelebrates achievement of program participants related to program or personal goals, mastering of specific skills or overall health and well-being./li liDocument accurate class attendance records on a timely basis./li liBegin each class with a Higher Thought, story or inspirational word./li liAttend all required staff meetings; departmental, branch and, association level./li liFollow YMCA policies and procedures; respond appropriately to emergency situations./li liMaintain required certification(s) by meeting/exceeding continuing education requirements and keep current with legitimate trends in individual proficiency and the industry./li liRefrain from diagnosing injuries, offering medical advice and dispensing or endorsing any commercial health products especially nutritional supplements, vitamins, performance-enhancing substances and pain relievers/treatments/therapies./li liRefrain from the promotion of any merchandise or services from outside the YMCA./li liPerforms other duties as assigned.strong/strong/li /ol p /p pstrongLEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:/strong/p ul liCommunication Influence/li liEngaging Community/li liInclusion/li /ul p /p pstrongQUALIFICATIONS:/strong/p ul liAt least one year of experience instructing group wellness classes is preferred./li liHave a general knowledge of group exercise equipment, sound systems, cardiovascular and strength training, and health and wellness techniques./li liMust have effective interpersonal skills and be able to facilitate group interaction/socialization and exhibit teamwork with members, co-workers, and management staff./li liNational certification (ACE, ACSM, AFAA, FitTour, ISSA, NETA, and some others) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification required*, or may be obtained within six months of employment./li liAdditional certification(s) in other proficiencies/areas of expertise (i.e., Group Cycling, Les Mills Programming, Pilates, Yoga, ZUMBA, etc.) are required./li liCertifications required within the first week of hire: Redwoods Bloodborne Pathogens and Hazardous Communications./li liCertifications required within the first 60 days of hire: YMCA Healthy Lifestyles, YMCA approved basic life saving skills such as CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen./li /ul p /p p*The following instructor certifications are exempted from the National Group Exercise requirement.  However, you are strongly encouraged to obtain this type of certification as it serves as a foundation for movement and provides other basic education information needed for leading any group exercise class:/p ul liLes Mills proficiency certification/li liYoga - Registered Yoga School RYS instructor certification/li liPilates - National Commission for Certifying Agencies NCCA accredited Pilates school certification /li /ul p /p pstrongWORKING CONDITIONS:/strong/p ul liWork is generally performed indoors in a health wellness facility with the use of fitness equipment or, on occasion, outdoors with supervisor approval. /li liPhysical ability to conduct classes and activities./li liAbility to perform all physical aspects of the position; including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting./li liVisual acuity required for reading computer screens and other documents as well as teaching a safe group exercise class. /li liThe instructor must be able to correct unsafe movement in a nurturing, encouraging manner, and consistently deliver professional instruction to a wide variety of learning styles and skill levels./li /ul