Instructor, Wellness (Hourly)

Austin Community College District • Highland, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Austin Community College is seeking temporary class instructors for Wellness. This role involves planning and leading safe, engaging, and effective group fitness classes. The instructor will provide clear instruction, demonstrations, and modifications for varying fitness levels, monitor participant safety, and foster a welcoming environment. The position requires adherence to all facility policies and procedures, and maintaining cleanliness and organization of equipment and studio space.

Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate and engage multicultural groups of participants
• Knowledge of fitness principles, techniques, and class design
• Adaptability to modify exercises for different ability levels
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to create a positive environment
• Prior experience leading group fitness classes preferred
• Current nationally recognized group fitness certification (e.g., ACE, AFAA, NASM, ACSM, RYT 200, Zumba)
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification
• Ability to actively lead and demonstrate exercises for extended periods
• Ability to stand, move, and remain physically engaged throughout class duration
• Ability to lift and move fitness equipment as needed

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead safe, engaging, and effective group fitness classes (e.g., cardio, strength, yoga, cycling, HIIT)
• Provide clear instruction, demonstrations, and modifications for varying fitness levels and abilities
• Monitor participant safety, including proper form and technique
• Arrive prepared and on time with structured, well-organized class formats
• Foster a welcoming, and motivating class environment
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of equipment and studio space
• Follow all facility policies, procedures, and emergency protocols
• Build positive relationships with participants to encourage ongoing engagement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed