Instructor I

Beach Cities Health•Redondo Beach, CA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Programs Manager, the Instructor I is responsible for the development and facilitation of classes, events, and/or workshops. This role involves teaching participants, assessing proficiency levels, modifying activities, and effectively communicating instructions while maintaining a positive attitude. The instructor also assists with program development, promotion, and organization, provides feedback, responds to customer concerns, and stays updated on industry trends and BCHD programs. Safety promotion, attendance tracking, and acting as a positive role model are also key aspects of the position, along with participating in community and special events and embodying BCHD's mission, vision, and core values.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of one-year prior experience working with targeted age group, or satisfactory completion of observation hours at BCHD.
Prior class-instructor teaching experience in specialized area of expertise (e.g. Pilates, yoga, specialty classes).
Current group-exercise instructor or leader certification, that is accredited by the NCCA, ISO 17024, or a similar approved accrediting body.
Certificate of completion or specialty certificates from a reputable organization for each specialized group modality that the instructor teaches.
Knowledge of tailoring an individualized program and group programming accordingly.
Knowledge of Medical Fitness Association (MFA) standards.
Ability to build community relationships and represent BCHD core values.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of people.
Ability to inspire, encourage and motivate clients and help them stay on track with their fitness goals and demonstrate emotional intelligence and empathy.
Must be 18 years of age.
First Aid, Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) methods.
Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Simple record keeping procedures.
Must be able to successfully pass background check, tuberculosis test and drug screen.
May require additional industry-recognized certifications, where applicable, in order to comply with certifying organization standards.

Nice To Haves

Some college education is highly desirable.
Marketing and sales techniques a plus.

Responsibilities

Teaches participants in classes, activities, events and/or workshops where the instructor has direct knowledge and expertise.
Assesses an individual’s and overall group’s proficiency level and modifies activity accordingly.
Effectively communicates instructions, maintains a positive attitude, and generates enthusiasm at all times.
Demonstrates a general knowledge of facility programs, products, and services.
Assists supervisor with the development, promotion and organization of assigned classes.
Participates in the marketing of classes (e.g. responds to participant inquiries about other classes, programs, and services; refers to appropriate contact for follow-up).
Provides feedback about the program’s success and offers suggestions for improvement.
Responds to customer concerns and refers to management accordingly.
Keeps abreast of industry trends and BCHD programs.
Ensures proper classroom set-up and breakdown with allowed timeframe.
Adheres to District and departmental policies and procedures.
Assists with the ongoing collection of customer evaluation and feedback.
Ensures all participants in the class have registered with the front desk staff.
Takes attendance of participants for each class that they teach (fee-based classes only).
Promotes safety throughout the facility by keeping all areas neat and tidy, cleaning up spills or other hazards, notifying a supervisor of a safety concern that requires immediate attention, etc.
Serves as a positive role model by consistently maintaining a positive and helpful attitude with parents, children, management and co-workers.
Participates in open houses, community events, and special events.
Performs assigned training, duties, and work schedule as a disaster service worker on behalf of BCHD.
Exhibits clear understanding of the history, mission, and vision and serves as an ambassador of Beach Cities Health District.
Exemplifies BCHD’s core values of compassion, integrity, accountability, and excellence in every interaction with staff, volunteers and members and the public.
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.