Kids Instructor

Life Time Inc.•Burr Ridge, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kids Instructor provides best-in-class, educational/fitness-minded programming for children. They organize, instruct and implement safe, fun and entertaining activities and games for children between the ages of three months to 11 years in the Kids Academy. Kids Instructors may also host parties and other events. Life Time, with over 160 athletic country clubs, offers a comprehensive ecosystem that goes beyond fitness to encompass all aspects of well-being. Every career at Life Time supports the goal of people living happier, healthier lives by providing entertaining, educational, friendly and inviting experiences of uncompromising quality. The company is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates unique contributions, ensuring equal opportunity based on merit and qualifications.

Requirements

Less than a High School Diploma or GED
Completion of all Kids On-Demand Required Learnings prior to first day of work
First Aid certification, Infant/Child and Adult CPR/AED certification required within the first 60 days of hire

Nice To Haves

6+ months of teaching children ages 3 – 11 in similar programs or activities
Ability to engage a group of children in an activity
Customer service and strong communication skills

Responsibilities

Greets, acknowledges, and interacts with members and guests in a friendly and professional manner
Fosters children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development by instructing organized activities in accordance with the Kids Academy Schedule
Prepares and sets up for class and transfers kids to and from programming
Maintains records of children’s attendance, development, and incidents.
Monitors and interacts with children to maintain a safe and healthy environment with respect to the toys, sports equipment, other children, and surroundings
Utilizes positive behavior management techniques and communicates clearly with parents and team members
Promotes all Junior programming to increase participation in all Kids & Aquatics programming
Maintains the Kids Academy and other program areas by following the cleaning checklist and performing assigned tasks.
Restocks supplies after each class
Handles incidents and emergencies in a calm and professional manner

Benefits

A fully subsidized membership
Discounts on Life Time products and services
401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)
Training and professional development
Paid sick leave where required by law
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage (for Full-time Team Members)
Short term and long term disability insurance (for Full-time Team Members)
Life insurance (for Full-time Team Members)
Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans (for Full-time Team Members)
Parental leave and adoption assistance (for Full-time Team Members)
Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave (for Full-time Team Members)
Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold (for Full-time Team Members)