Health/Fitness Instructor - Posture, Core & Balance

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Work Schedule: This is a part time, per-diem position. Hours are based on program needs. This position will be focused on instructing a Posture, Core & Balance class on Mondays at 10:45am-11:45am. You will work at Science Drive Medical Center in Madison, WI. Be part of something remarkable Lead safe and engaging fitness classes and help motivate participants to have fun while exercising! We are seeking a Health / Fitness Instructor to: Prepare and lead classes with appropriate variety and progression. Motivate participants and inspire participation adherence. Be observant, sensitive, and accommodating of participants’ needs based on provided or known medical history information. Acquire skills/knowledge for each class as necessary through observation, practice, and independent study. Position Description UW Health Science Drive Medical Center - on Madison’s west side, is an 84,000-square foot facility housing physician and rehabilitation professionals in Cardiology, Integrative Medicine, Orthopedics, Radiology, Spine and Sports Medicine. Our Fitness Center provides a resource for both working with patients while under our care and providing education after discharge. This environment creates many opportunities for face-to-face collaboration in the care of our patients.

Requirements

• Experience as a personal trainer or teaching group exercise classes
• Current CPR/AED

Nice To Haves

• High School or Equivalent Preferred
• B.S. degree in exercise science or related field Preferred
• 1 year teaching group exercise classes Preferred
• Certification as instructor in specialty area Preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare and lead classes with appropriate variety and progression.
• Motivate participants and inspire participation adherence.
• Be observant, sensitive, and accommodating of participants’ needs based on provided or known medical history information.
• Acquire skills/knowledge for each class as necessary through observation, practice, and independent study.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED