Recreation Leader V - Group Fitness Instructor

City of Goodyear•Goodyear, AZ

32d•Onsite

About The Position

Become a motivating force in our fitness community as a Fitness Instructor, guiding participants towards improved wellbeing. The City of Goodyear is seeking highly motivated individuals to work as Group Fitness Instructors at the Goodyear Recreation Campus. This is a part-time position, and the ideal candidate will possess good customer service, strong communication skills, be positive, friendly and able to teach high-quality group fitness classes. We are currently seeking certified personal trainers or group fitness instructors with certification(s) in the following formats: Strength-Based Group Classes Pilates Yoga/Chair Yoga Tai Chi Line Dancing Morning, Daytime, Evening, Weekends Subbing for all formats At the City of Goodyear, you will be a part of an organization that values employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals that will be challenged to learn and grow in an environment that values employee development and career-building. You will thrive in a culture of innovation. We believe that successful employees are those that possess six core values: Integrity - Initiative - Empathy - Optimism - Innovation – Adaptability

Requirements

Must possess and maintain current certifications for the specific class format hired to teach
Must have the ability to instruct with proficiency
Experience leading various groups of people with different fitness abilities
Current state approved CPR/AED and First Aid Certification
Consistently meet participation requirements
Must teach approved number of classes per month or more

Nice To Haves

One-year experience teaching group fitness classes preferred

Responsibilities

Monitor participants and their ability to ensure proper use of equipment and technique
Instruct group fitness classes by developing class content appropriate to the class description and level
Ensure effective preparation for each class music and equipment
Monitor proper clothing/shoes of participants
Provide a safe and fun class environment
Attend all trainings and meetings to ensure quality operations
Demonstrate strong communication skills, be out-going, and enjoy building relationships with a variety of people
Provide information and answer questions about available programs
Enforce all rules that pertain to group fitness on a constant basis
Observe all safety rules and regulations