Center of Health and Wellness Personal Trainer Graduate Assistant - Student Employment

Saint Xavier University • Chicago, IL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The graduate assistant (GA) for the Center of Health and Wellness (CHW) will work with clients on a one-to-one basis or in small groups to support their health journey. The personal trainer is responsible for setting times, adhering to the schedule for working with their clients and ensuring that CHW rules and regulations are followed. This student employment opportunity supports the development of skills aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies. Through this role, students will strengthen the following competencies: Communication: Students build communication skills by practicing clear, respectful, and professional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication in a workplace setting. Critical Thinking: Students build critical thinking skills by applying judgment, solving problems, prioritizing tasks, maintaining accuracy, and using feedback to improve their work. Professionalism: Students build professionalism by practicing dependability, accountability, confidentiality when applicable, workplace etiquette, and respectful service in a workplace setting. Teamwork: Students build teamwork skills by collaborating with supervisors, staff, and peers to support department goals, assist others, and contribute to a positive work environment.

Requirements

• MUST BE A STUDENT AT SAINT XAVIER UNIVERSITY
• Must be Federal Work Study Eligible
• Must Include a Resume and Cover Letter
• Bachelor’s degree is required
• Full-time enrollment in a graduate program must meet eligibility requirements for admission to Graduate Studies at Saint Xavier University
• Ability to demonstrate and teach Olympic lifts, running mechanics and change of direction mechanics
• The candidate will possess a good work ethic, attention to detail, ability to manage sensitive and confidential student information and a familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

• National certification preferred
• Undergrad in exercise science or related field of study
• Previous coaching experience preferred
• Proficiency in social media is preferred
• Strong communication skills are preferred

Responsibilities

• Health assessments in accordance with the CHW policy manual
• One on one personal training
• Small group training sessions
• Cleaning the weight room and center
• Scheduling clients
• Ensuring all forms are correctly filled out
• Presentations to the community on health and wellness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level