Group Fitness Instructor (Part-Time)

City of Statesville•Statesville, NC

65d•$21

About The Position

Responsible for providing group fitness instruction, monitoring the progress of participants, and educating members on the benefits of exercise and overall health. NOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville. Service to the citizens during a disaster may result in the assignment of other duties, which will take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the needs of the organization.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Possession of an active group fitness certification (if available) from a nationally recognized organization (e.g., ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NASM, etc.) in the format/class being taught (e.g., Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, etc.), OR
One (1) year of experience in group fitness leadership.
First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certifications.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and equipment of group exercise.
Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, tempo, rhythm, and cueing techniques.
Knowledge of fitness and exercise safety standards and guidelines.
Knowledge of age-appropriate exercise classes and programs.
Ability to adhere to program standards and objectives.
Ability to plan, organize, instruct, and supervise exercise and fitness programs.
Ability to operate necessary fitness and exercise equipment for group classes.
Ability to instruct participants on the proper use of fitness and exercise equipment.
Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments, supervisors, and the general public.

Responsibilities

Instructs scheduled group fitness classes in a timely manner, providing adequate warm-up, exercise, and cool-down activities.
Maintains daily class rosters and monitors the attendance of participants.
Prepares the studio, equipment, and supplies necessary for classes prior to the session.
Utilizes a variety of fitness equipment.
Secures a substitute for classes when the instructor will be absent; notifies full-time staff no less than two hours prior to any substitutions for any reason.
Assists members, answers questions, and maintains a positive exercise environment for participants.
Report all problems with equipment, supplies, and facilities to the appropriate supervisor.
Maintains accurate files and accident reports.
Attends staff meetings and training.
Performs other duties as assigned.