Southern Recreation & Leisure Services - Fitness Instructor - Seasonal
About The Position
The Southern Recreation and Leisure Services (SRLS) Division seeks enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and energetic Fitness Instructors to provide engaging fitness opportunities for residents of all ages and abilities. Instructors may teach a wide variety of disciplines, including traditional fitness classes and creative or emerging formats. Instructors plan and lead safe, engaging, age-appropriate classes; provide instruction, demonstrations, and modifications for different fitness levels; and create a welcoming, inclusive environment. They maintain professional relationships with participants and M-NCPPC staff, follow applicable policies and facility guidelines, and communicate with staff about class needs, scheduling, and participant concerns. This is a seasonal, part-time position that is not eligible for benefits. Instructors must successfully pass a complete background investigation and may be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Applicants must submit a one-course lesson plan consisting of four one-hour lessons structured around their preferred discipline, a resume highlighting teaching experience, and relevant certifications. Instruction may take place in classrooms, makerspaces, community centers, and outdoor learning environments. Instructors should be comfortable with hands-on instruction and flexible learning formats; work location may vary based on need. Classes are scheduled Monday through Saturday, between 7 AM and 1 PM. Instruction time is 1 to 1.5 hours per course, depending on enrollment. Instructors may teach multiple classes, with hours not exceeding 29.5 per week.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- At least two years of experience teaching fitness, wellness, or a related field.
- Experience teaching or leading group fitness, recreation, wellness, dance, or related programming.
- Knowledge of safe and effective exercise techniques appropriate to the population served.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
- Ability to motivate and engage participants of varying ages and abilities.
- Ability to adapt lessons for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- CPR/First Aid certification, or ability to obtain it upon hire.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Commitment to creating a positive, inclusive, and community-focused participant experience.
- Must successfully pass a complete background investigation.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree in Fitness or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience working in recreation, community, or youth development settings.
- Current certification or credentials appropriate to the fitness discipline, when applicable.
- Associate or bachelor's degree coursework in a related field.
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead safe, engaging, and age-appropriate fitness classes.
- Provide clear instruction, demonstrations, and modifications for varying fitness levels.
- Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Maintain professional and positive relationships with participants and M-NCPPC staff.
- Follow applicable M-NCPPC policies, procedures, and facility guidelines.
- Communicate with M-NCPPC staff regarding class needs, scheduling, and participant concerns.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
