GROUP EXERCISE (CERTIFIED)
About The Position
The Group Exercise Instructor leads group classes in a safe, enjoyable, positive environment that welcomes people of all skill and fitness levels. The instructor builds community within classes and adapts instruction to participants’ varied health, ability, and cultural needs. This position supports the YMCA’s mission as a nonprofit organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This is a part-time position of less than 29 hours per week. The work schedule includes daytime, evening, and weekend hours, and may require travel to all program activity sites.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum age of 18.
- YMCA Group Exercise Instructor certification or a national group fitness instruction certification, such as ACE, NETA, AFAA, or NASM.
- Certification in the relevant area of expertise.
- Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.
- Complete YMCA Healthy Living Online Certification within 60 days of hire.
- Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
- Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Ability to conduct classes and activities and perform the physical aspects of the position, including leading classes, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
- Ability to work daytime, evening, and weekend hours and travel to all program activity sites.
- Required employment clearances before the hire date: PA Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Certification, FBI Clearance (Department of Human Services), NSOR verification, and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience teaching group exercise classes.
Responsibilities
- Lead energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to support the YMCA’s mission and goals.
- Ask and answer participant and member questions to help them achieve health and well-being goals.
- Maintain working knowledge of wellness information and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
- Build authentic relationships with members and help participants connect with one another and the YMCA.
- Observe participants and adapt instruction to support their capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture.
- Recognize participants’ achievements related to program or personal goals, skills, and overall health and well-being.
- Maintain accurate class attendance records.
- Attend required staff meetings and approved trainings.
- Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those regarding medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free YMCA membership.
- Discounted YMCA programs.
- Employees may be compensated up to $50.00 for clearance costs, with a receipt, after passing the probationary period.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
