Fitness Instructor - Toledo Preparatory and Fitness Academy
About The Position
At Performance Academies, we do more than just teach—we educate the whole child. Our mission is to build future-ready students through a unique, high-performing blend of rigorous academics, daily structured fitness, and intentional character education. Guided by our core values of Knowledge, Strength, and Values, we provide a safe, disciplined, and supportive environment across our K-8 and High School campuses. We are looking for passionate professionals who want to help our students develop strong minds and bodies, ready to lead with purpose. We believe great schools are built by great teams. Teachers collaborate regularly, support one another, and are united around high expectations for students and each other. Performance Academies is seeking a dedicated, student-centered Fitness Instructor to join our team. We look for team members who are passionate about driving academic growth and fostering an inclusive, structured, and engaging learning environment.
Requirements
- Valid Ohio teaching license.
- Successful completion of required state and federal background checks.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging physical education lessons aligned with state standards and the school's fitness curriculum.
- Teach sport-specific skills with an emphasis on soccer, tennis, martial arts, and overall physical fitness.
- Maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
- Assess student progress and maintain accurate records of student performance.
- Prepare students for school fitness competitions and tournaments.
- Supervise students at all times and ensure student safety.
- Implement positive behavior management strategies and school discipline policies.
- Support the needs of students with IEPs, 504 Plans, and behavior plans in collaboration with intervention staff.
- Foster an inclusive environment that encourages respect, teamwork, and healthy habits.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe fitness space.
- Manage and maintain fitness equipment inventory.
- Assist with school-wide events, fitness competitions, and assigned duties such as lunch or bus supervision.
Benefits
- Three comprehensive medical plans to choose from with significant company contribution towards premium
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Basic Life, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospitalization Coverage available
- STRS participation for all school-based positions
- Multiple scheduled holiday breaks
- PTO & personal days
- Competitive salaries
- Annual cost of living adjustments
- Performance bonus potential (based on enrollment and academic performance)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
