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City of Elgin

Group Fitness Instructor

City of Elgin, Elgin, IL, United States

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Salary: See Position Description
Location : Elgin, IL
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 20230404-01
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 04/03/2023
Closing Date: Continuous

CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
The ideal candidate will be a personal trainer with the ability to teach group fitness classes and will instruct and lead members, in a group environment, though safe and effective fitness classes for our members & patrons. This position is responsible for providing group exercise fitness instruction and supervision in variety of formats. Candidates must be able to instruct multiple fitness levels and ensure the safety of all patrons in the class. This person will enforce all building policies pertaining to group exercise and be able to communicate these to a diverse group of patrons why policies are in place.

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

  • Instruct a variety of group exercise classes.
  • Knowledge of fitness equipment and exercises.
  • Attend all monthly mandatory meetings - when scheduled.
  • Communication to direct supervisor regarding cancelled classes and responsible for finding own coverage.
  • Maintaining cleanliness and tidiness of the room and equipment.
  • Actively market and promote own group fitness class(es).
  • Arriving to class 15 minutes early to prepare and set up.
  • Build relationships with patrons and participants.
  • Maintain communication with other Campus Recreational Services Team members regarding positive recognition, performance reviews, substitution, and schedule conflicts.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Must have a current nationally recognized fitness certification in Group Fitness
  • Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications Required
  • Must be available to work a minimum of 1-5 classes per week.
  • Must have own liability insurance

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Pay Rate:
• Pay rate dependent on specialty of class, certifications and experience
This position does not receive benefits.