Group Fitness Instructor

B.R. Ryall YMCA • Part-time • Glen Ellyn, Illinois, United States • $27 - $29 / hour • 2m ago

*We are currently hiring CERTIFIED group fitness instructors for the following class formats: Cycle, Les Mills BodyPump, Advanced Strength Training and Cardio Training.

POSITION SUMMARY: Instruct fitness classes while supporting the mission and core values of the YMCA, and building relationships with our members. Create a healthy and safe environment while providing motivation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Plans and instructs fitness and/or related classes, following YMCA standards and guidelines.

2. Acts professionally in the presence of members, guests and staff utilizing the Y core values.

3. Ensures all equipment is properly set-up, taken down, and put away in its designated location prior to and after class. Notifies the Group Fitness Director of any equipment needing repair.

4. Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required.

5. Maintains current NCCA accredited certifications for all formats taught.

6. Ensures safe and effective workouts. Responds to and reports accidents and incidents.

7. Builds relationships with members and has the ability to answer fitness-related questions within scope of knowledge.

8. Discusses and promotes YMCA programs and events during class.

9. Conveys concerns from members or guests in a constructive manner.

10. Motivates members to commit to long-term participation.

11. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.

12. Additional duties as assigned.

13. Adheres to policies related to boundaries with participants.

14. Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising participants.

15. Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.

16. Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.

YMCA CORE VALUES

CARING: Demonstrates a sincere concern for others, for their needs and well-being. Shows compassion, forgiveness, generosity and kindness.

HONESTY: Tells the truth, demonstrates reliability and trustworthiness through actions that are in keeping with stated positions and beliefs. A person of integrity and fairness.

RESPECT: Treats others as they would like to be treated. Values the worth of every individual, including themselves. Shows acceptance, empathy, self-respect and tolerance.

RESPONSIBILITY: Does what is right. Accountable for their choices of behavior and actions and promises. Shows commitment, courage, good health, service, professionalism and citizenship.

YMCA COMPETENCIES:
Mission Advancement: Models the Y’s values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.

Collaboration: Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience.

Operational Effectiveness: Assists in the development of plans and manages best practices through engagement of teams. Holds themselves accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. Continually strives for improvement and the pursuit of personal/professional development.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must hold YMCA approved certifications through a nationally accredited organization (YMCA Group Exercise Instructor, ACE, AFAA or ACSM Health Fitness Instructor) and be CPR, AED and First Aid certified (will provide CPR, AED and First Aid training, if needed).

2. Must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.

3. Must have good interpersonal, public relations and communications skills.

4. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments.

5. Enthusiasm, a professional image and the ability to empathize and support members and program participants ranging in age from 2 to 99.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be energetic and able to handle the physical demands of the job. Instructors must be physically able to demonstrate any and all recommended exercises and routines. Standing, walking, talking and active listening are other demands of the position. Employees must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $27.50 - $29.50 per hour

Expected hours: 1 – 29 per week

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