RecSports Student Assistant - Group Fitness Instructor

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

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About The Position

The Department of Recreational Sports is currently looking for Group Fitness Instructors to join our energetic team and move Gators towards lifelong wellbeing. Group Fitness Instructors serve the department by instructing classes on our robust weekly schedule, ensuring classes are safe and effective for all fitness levels, and being courteous and helpful to the patrons they assist.

Requirements

• Certification obtained from a nationally accredited agency, such as ACE, AFAA, and Yoga 200hr.
• A cover letter and resume are required for all applicants and should be uploaded to the application for consideration.
• First Aid, CPR, AED certification or ability to attain it within first week of employment.
• Upon review of materials, the applicant may be invited for an audition and interview which will determine hiring.
• Complete and maintain UF online certifications in GET803, OOC101, PRV802, ITT102, GET811.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Certifications/Areas of Specialty: Yoga, Mat Pilates, Cycle, Barre, & Zumba

Responsibilities

• Develop professional relationships with co-workers, participants, and guests
• Uphold and exceed the expectations of the Cornerstones of RecSports Service: accountability, anticipating needs, attitude, and atmosphere
• Demonstrate a desire to learn and apply knowledge as a RecSports ambassador
• Take ownership of RecSports facilities and programs by exhibiting a responsible work ethic
• Promote and maintain cleanliness and appearance within and surrounding RecSports facilities
• Enforce RecSports policies and procedures to promote participant safety and satisfaction
• Respond to all emergency situations and adhere to established protocol including pre- and post- incident procedures
• Keep current in all certifications required
• Arrive to work 15 minutes prior to your class prepared and ready to teach
• Stay 15 minutes after class ends to ensure that all equipment is placed in its respective area and to answer any questions participants may have
• Ensure that your classes are safe and effective for all fitness levels
• Know your scope of practice and act accordingly
• Keep class rosters private
• Track registered and stand-by participant counts
• Be courteous and helpful to all individuals you assist. Please refer participants to either the Program Assistants if you are unsure of related questions or concerns
• Know and enforce all Recreational Sports policies and procedures
• Attend all mandatory monthly meetings and continuing education sessions
• Act and dress professionally and responsibly
• Complete peer evaluations each semester
• First responder in emergency situations
• Communicate any problems and/or concerns to your supervisor as soon as possible

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed