BOXING FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

HOMEWOOD-FLOSSMOOR PARK DISTRICT•Homewood, IL

4d•$20 - $30

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Fitness Operations Supervisor, the RFC Boxing Fitness Instructor will design and instruct safe and effective boxing-specific fitness classes for members of all fitness levels and ages. The RFC Boxing Fitness Instructor will also act as a liaison between members and the Fitness Operations Supervisor. The RFC Boxing Fitness Instructor will keep the Fitness Operations Supervisor informed of all problems and concerns. The H-F Park District’s mission statement is “to enhance the quality of life through diverse recreational opportunities, facilities, and parks while caring for the environment”.

Requirements

Monitor participants’ exertion levels.
Answer basic anatomy and physiology questions from participants.
Use and demonstrate boxing equipment
Adapt to unexpected situations with minimal disruption to class.
Motivate participants.
Teach safe, fun, and motivating classes.
Boxing experience
National Fitness Certifications preferred
Minimum 1 year teaching experience preferred.
Current CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and external guests by providing friendly, responsive, courteous and helpful service.
Instruct class.
Represent RFC in a positive manner.
Adhere to RFC rules and policies.
Keep Fitness Operations Supervisor Informed
Communicate with students, and take an interest in them.
Take attendance.
Prepare class music and routine.
Be punctual.
Enforce Fitness Class policies.
Attend Fitness staff meetings.
Keep certifications current (including CPR)
Keep track of hours; record hours by using time clock
Develop appropriate lesson plans for class
Find substitutes if unable to teach, inform Fitness Operations Supervisor.
Adhere to the policies and procedures as outlined in the Safety Manual, Policy, and Procedure Handbook and Employee Manual.
Other related job duties as assigned.

Benefits

Discounted individual fitness membership at Racquet Fitness Center
Discounted golf fees and driving range tokens at Coyote Run
Individual admission to open skate at H-F Ice Arena
Individual Lions pool pass
20% off (1) facility rental/year
20% off birthday party package for child(ren)
20% off program fees
Irons Oaks ropes course & climbing tower
Individual ski rental at Irons Oaks (cross-country skiing)
457 Retirement Plan
Participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund - only available if required minimum hours are met (work more than 1,000 hours in a year).
Additional benefits for facility employees only.
Paid CPR/AED training and certification.
Paid Leave Time Off