Group Exercise Instructor - Cycle - Full-time / Part-time

pImagine being part of one of the most respected human services organizations in the worldmdash;a place where your work positively influences the lives of others, a place where you thrive in a values-based environment, a place where you are building a better future for yourself and your community./p !--_dfFormat_=html-- divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"strongGeneral Function:/strongbrnbsp;span style="white-space: pre;"nbsp;nbsp;/span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"Under the supervision of designated supervisor, and in harmony with the mission and purpose of the established policies and goals of the YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas, the Group Exercise instructor is responsible for conducting, teaching and leading classes while establishing a safe and effective group exercise environment and delivering of an outstanding member experience. With an emphasis on ensuring the highest quality service to members and guests, the Group Exercise Instructor will work with all staff to welcome, connect, support, and engage all members, guests, and staff./span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px;"nbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"strongQualifications:/strongbrnbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"1.span style="white-space: pre;"Minimum of 18 years of age./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"2.span style="white-space: pre;"Must have a nationally YMCA recognized Group Exercise (GE) certification.)./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; -Specialty I/Level 1 requirement: Must have a nationally YMCA recognized GE certification./span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; -Specialty I/Level 2 requirement: Must have a nationally YMCA recognized GE certification and 2-6 yearsrsquo; experience instructing.nbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; -Specialty I/Level 3 requirement: Must have a nationally YMCA recognized GE certification and 6 or more yearsrsquo; experience instructing.nbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; -Specialty I/Level 4 requirement: Must have a nationally recognized GE specialty certification, 6 monthsrsquo; instructing experience and at least 1 year experience teaching in a specialty field./span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"3.span style="white-space: pre;"Must obtain YMCA Healthy Lifestyles (HLP) within first 6 months of employment.nbsp;nbsp;/span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"4.span style="white-space: pre;"Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED/O2./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"5.span style="white-space: pre;"Complete and maintain required trainings to include but not limited to: New Employee Orientation (NEO), Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), and Sexual Harassment upon hire and annually thereafter./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"6.span style="white-space: pre;"Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and Child Protective Services check./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px;"nbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"strongEssential Functions:/strongbrnbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"1.span style="white-space: pre;"Support the mission, vision and goals of the YMCA./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"2.span style="white-space: pre;"Promote a professional values-based culture by leading with the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"3.span style="white-space: pre;"Lead in a manner that advances our cause to strengthen the foundations of community through programs that focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"4.span style="white-space: pre;"Be prepared with choreographed routing for each class./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"5.span style="white-space: pre;"Ensure all equipment and supplies are accessible prior to class beginning./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"6.span style="white-space: pre;"Demonstrate knowledge in exercise physiology, kinesiology, injury prevention, cardiovascular and medical considerations, nutrition, and body composition./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"7.span style="white-space: pre;"Commit to continuing education to maintain GE certification(s) and continually upgrade classes to reflect knowledge./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"8.span style="white-space: pre;"Demonstrate effective class formats, leadership skills, and sensitivity to all levels of exercise./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"9.span style="white-space: pre;"Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"10.span style="white-space: pre;"Wear proper attire./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"11.span style="white-space: pre;"Act as a leader in emergency situations.nbsp; Report any accidents or incidents according to Emergency Communication Action Plan./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"12.span style="white-space: pre;"Carry out other related duties as deemed necessary by the Wellness Department and center operations to ensure an excellent member experience./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px;"nbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px;"nbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"strongYMCA Competencies (Leader):/strongbrnbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"Engaging Community, Communication amp; Influence, Inclusion, Collaboration, Functional Expertise/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px;"nbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"strongSkills and Ability Requirements:/strongbrnbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"1.span style="white-space: pre;"Ability to respond effectively to inquiries or complaints.nbsp;/span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"2.span style="white-space: pre;"Ability to properly prepare, choreograph, teach all required classes.nbsp;/span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"3.span style="white-space: pre;"Must be able to meet the physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, and reaching for extended periods./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"4.span style="white-space: pre;"Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"5.span style="white-space: pre;"Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px;"nbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"strongEffect on End Results:nbsp;/strongbrnbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"1.span style="white-space: pre;"The membership growth and retention plan for the center is achieved./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"2.span style="white-space: pre;"A high degree of member satisfaction is achieved as measured by Net Promoters.nbsp;/span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"3.span style="white-space: pre;"A positive image of the YMCA is portrayed to members, staff, volunteers and the community./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"4.span style="white-space: pre;"A pleasant and comfortable working environment is maintained for all staff./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"5.span style="white-space: pre;"Relationships are strengthened through intentional interactions./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"6.span style="white-space: pre;"The facility will be safe, clean and an enjoyable place as measured by Q Checks and Risk Management Audits./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"7.span style="white-space: pre;"Superior quality standards are met as evidenced by departmentrsquo;s Association Audit Scores./span/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px;"nbsp;/span/div divspan style="font-size: 13.3333px; white-space: normal;"This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties if requested by the supervisor. Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised if deemed necessary. This job description is not a written or implied contract./span/div pExcellent benefits, including 12% retirement upon meeting the requirements of the National YMCA Retirement Fund.nbsp; Includes YMCA Adult Membership./p !--_dfFormat_=html--