Health & Wellness Lead Instructor III

YMCA of Superior California • Sacramento, CA

31d • $22 - $26

About The Position

Provides additional support in key administrative areas including substitute instructor coordination, daily payroll check-ins & attendance audits, facility walkthroughs, equipment requests, and other daily operational duties. The role also includes group fitness class instruction and/or conduction of Personal Training services. Provides excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement following YMCA policies and procedures. Responsible for providing safe, effective programming for members in group fitness classes. This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position. Please note that this job position is temporary and is limited to a duration of 3 months. The employment period will commence on an agreed-upon date and conclude in 90 days. There is no

Requirements

• Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (must have a hands-on, live component)
• Current Group Fitness Instructor and/or Personal Trainer Certification by a Nationally Accredited Certifying Agency (i.e. ACSM, NASM, AFAA, ACE, NESTA); or current Specialty Instructor Certification (i.e. Cycling, Yoga Alliance, Pilates, Zumba®, Tai Chi); or Bachelor’s degree in related field (i.e. Kinesiology, Dance, Health Science, Child Development, Public Administration – Non-Profit Organization)
• Experience teaching in a group fitness class setting

Nice To Haves

• Ability to teach 2+ different group fitness class formats.
• Experience working in a health club and/or community center environment.
• Experience working with a variety of exercise populations (Senior population preferable).
• Availability to sub Group Fitness Schedule classes for Health & Wellness staff.

Responsibilities

• Finding Substitutes: Lead instructors will be responsible for promptly finding substitutes for their designated branches, ensuring that classes are never canceled or disrupted. May step in for classes needing coverage.
• Payroll Check-Ins: Daily check-ins to verify payroll accuracy will prevent discrepancies and ensure timely payment for all staff.
• Facility Walkthroughs: Regular inspections will maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, timeliness, and equipment functionality.
• Equipment Requests: Lead instructors will manage and expedite equipment requests, ensuring all necessary materials are available and operational.
• Class audits: Attend classes weekly to ensure quality control and instructor engagement.
• Leads group fitness classes to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.
• Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect within the YMCA community.
• Maintains working knowledge of up-to-date health, fitness, and wellness industry standards and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Reports regular, accurate, up-to-date class attendance records.
• Follows YMCA and Health & Wellness Department policies and procedures; responds to emergencies as needed.
• Communicates effectively and comports professionally with team members and staff; actively responds to Health & Wellness Department communications promptly.
• Performs various duties for the Health & Wellness Department as requested by the Health & Wellness Director & Coordinator.
• Assists with staff development and hiring. May be asked to participate in interview auditions.
• Assists with member systems performance and communication.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision for full-time employees - 60% YMCA covered medical benefits for full-time employees and their families
• Retirement benefits – 10% employer contribution after completion of eligibility requirements
• Employee Assistance Program for all employees that is available to help employees overcome emotional, family, or other personal problems; offers guidance on financial and legal issues; improves health and wellness, and much more.
• CPR/First Aid Certification provided by YMCA
• Use of YMCA of Superior California Fitness facilities, camps, and rental facilities
• Paid time off benefits for part-time and full-time employees upon completion of eligibility requirements
• Training and staff development for all employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time