Group Exercise Instructor

Peoria Park District • Peoria, IL

6d • $18 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Fitness Manager, the Fitness Instructor is responsible for the following: Lead and instruct group exercise classes with energy and enthusiasm. Find a substitute instructor if unable to teach an assigned class. Work with other instructors to sub classes when needed. Attend meetings and functions as needed. Follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed; supporting all aspects of the Park District’s safety procedures. Performs all other duties as required.

Requirements

• Teaching experience and experience in customer service preferred.
• Ability and physical condition to teach group exercise classes.
• Must hold current group exercise certification, Les Mills certification, and/or Yoga certification.
• Ability to assist patrons in equipment use while sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, bending and/or lifting up to 45 pounds.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills with different populations.
• Ability to be well organized and prepared to teach classes
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to keep a positive attitude with members and staff.
• Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching experience
• Experience in customer service

Responsibilities

• Lead and instruct group exercise classes with energy and enthusiasm.
• Find a substitute instructor if unable to teach an assigned class.
• Work with other instructors to sub classes when needed.
• Attend meetings and functions as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed; supporting all aspects of the Park District’s safety procedures.
• Performs all other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed