Group Fitness Instructor

The University of Toledo•Toledo, OH

85d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Recreational Services is seeking a Group Fitness Instructor to safely instruct effective and creative group fitness classes for diverse populations. The instructor will ensure client safety at all times, providing modifications for all fitness levels and abilities. This role also involves representing the Office of Recreational Services through quality guest experience, enforcing building and program policies, and responding to emergencies according to the established Emergency Action Plan. The instructor is responsible for preparing fitness class programs/choreography, arriving early to prepare the studio space, and purchasing choreography/continuing education credits to maintain certification. Effective communication with the supervisor via various channels is essential, as is acquiring substitutes for conflicting shifts. The role includes training and mentoring new employees, and attending all required trainings and meetings.

Requirements

Personnel information must meet The University of Toledo employment qualifications
Must have and maintain current American Red Cross Professional Rescuer lever or BLS CPR/AED and First Aid Certification.
Must possess a passion for fitness, a mature attitude and willingness to learn
Must possess current nationally-accredited primary group fitness certification or format specific certification (i.e. Zumba, Spinning, Yoga, Pilates, Turbokick, WERQ, Cize, etc.)
Ability to work independently
Applicants must be motivated to help others to achieve their fitness goals
Demonstrated skill in quality guest service, communication and organizational and analytical skills

Responsibilities

Safely instruct an effective, creative group fitness class for diverse populations.
Ensure client safety at all times, providing modifications for all fitness levels and abilities.
Represent the Office of Recreational Services via quality guest experience to all patrons in class and to all Office of Recreational Services guests.
Enforce all building and program policies and procedures as it pertains to the Fitness and Wellness areas.
Respond to emergencies in strict accordance to the Office of Recreational Services Emergency Action Plan.
Prepare fitness class program/choreography before your class shift.
Arrive at least 15 minutes early to prepare the studio space for your class and to greet participants.
Purchase choreography/continuing education credits to maintain certification.
Check email daily and communicate effectively with supervisor through phone, email, text, or in person.
Contact RocketEX staff to acquire substitute for any shifts conflicting with personal schedule.
Train (team teach) and mentor new employees.
Attend and participate in all trainings and meetings within employee group and department wide, including Fall Leadership and Training Week.
Other duties as assigned by the Office of Recreational Services.