Campus Recreation - Fitness Instructor (FWS/NFWS)

Grand Canyon University • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Purpose within the Organization: The purpose of this position is to assist GCU Fitness under the department of Campus Recreation in leading weekly fitness classes for the GCU community. This position will also include working at weekly fitness events on campus throughout the semester. Job Responsibilities: Responsible for leading both indoor and outdoor weekly fitness classes on campus. Responsible for programming workouts, checking in participants, and making sure class runs smoothly. Promote and encourage involvement in the GCU Fitness community on campus. Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the fitness class space in all Campus Recreation facilities. Other tasks as assigned Applicants who are accepted for an interview will be required to do the following: A 10 minute in-person fitness class audition. You will lead a small group through a fitness class demo of your choice. Please come with a workout and music prepared. Qualifications: Fitness equipment in on campus facilities Fusion software Qualifications: Positive, energetic, well-spoken, confident in standing in front of a group and leading a class. At this time, we are looking for instructors to lead all class formats. Looking for applicants who are comfortable and confident in teaching more than one fitness format. Current American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification. Experience/Education: Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment: Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program. Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student. Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University. You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements. Pay Rate: Minimum Wage Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2027 GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good. Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check. For assistance with your job application please use our External Candidate Job Application Guide. All staff and faculty candidates will be asked to review GCU’s Staff or Faculty expectations as part of the application process. If you’re looking for jobs in admissions/enrollment, accounting, curriculum development, financial aid, human resources, information technology, marketing or other student service-related jobs at Grand Canyon Education, Inc. Visit our partner’s site at jobs.gce.com for more information.

Requirements

• Fitness equipment in on campus facilities
• Fusion software
• Positive, energetic, well-spoken, confident in standing in front of a group and leading a class.
• Looking for applicants who are comfortable and confident in teaching more than one fitness format.
• Current American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.
• Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.
• You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading both indoor and outdoor weekly fitness classes on campus.
• Responsible for programming workouts, checking in participants, and making sure class runs smoothly.
• Promote and encourage involvement in the GCU Fitness community on campus.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the fitness class space in all Campus Recreation facilities.
• Other tasks as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees