Specialized Fitness Instructor/Trainer (PT)

Town of Parker•Parker, CO

60d•$33 - $41

About The Position

Under general supervision, this position leads patrons in group fitness classes, events and activities and/or private/semi- private fitness programs within specific niche populations (ex: Pilates Reformer, chronic conditions, pre/post-natal, sports performance, arthritis patients, etc.). This position may assist with recruitment and mentoring for new staff, providing feedback and evaluation on program and fitness training protocols and demonstrating experienced coaching perspectives through shadow shifts. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement, and the Town may change these duties at any time.

Requirements

Requires a National Accredited Certification specialized in niche, coaching formats (general fitness certifications i.e., Les Mills, UpBeat Barre, etc. do not count toward this requirement) or one (1) specialized training certification towards Fitness/Health programming for niche populations (ex: Chronic Conditions/Cancer Exercise Specialist, Certified Special Populations Trainer, etc.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years' experience coaching specified programs or working with niche populations i.e., Aqua Arthritis, Pilates Reformer, Stretch/Massage, Pre/Post-Natal Training, Chronic Conditions, Sport Performance, etc. is preferred.

Responsibilities

Works with niche populations and within fitness curriculum and programs identified by the Fitness and Wellness Division leadership as "specialty".
Teaches a minimum average of two (2) classes weekly for specialized, niche demographics, or trains clients of a specialized demographic population during private/semi-private sessions a minimum average of eight (8) to eleven (11) hours weekly.
Stays abreast of and demonstrates ongoing competence and proficiency in training protocols for specified training formats and niche populations (ex: prehab/rehab patients, chronic conditions, sports performance specific improvement, Pilates Reformer, etc.).
Oversees and manages a safe environment for group fitness/private coaching participants; executes proper techniques of various fitness skills.
Provides a fun and enjoyable atmosphere; conducts self in a professional manner.
Supports and ensures adherence to Departmental philosophies, policies, procedures and safety guidelines.
Educates and monitors Ratings of Perceived Exertion (RPE) of class participants throughout the duration of the class or session.
Schedules client training sessions, including communicating with clients if a session must be canceled or rescheduled.
Maintains accurate training records and reports including, but not limited to, personal training activity log, class attendance.
Attends trainings and meetings established by the Fitness and Wellness Coordinator; identifies additional opportunities for continuing education and maintains required certifications and ongoing education credits.
Answers questions and makes referrals to class participants in the areas of personal training, specialty classes, injuries or additional education.
Assists with special events and participates in the Recreation Center and/or Fieldhouse annual Maintenance week.
Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

Part-time and Seasonal Town of Parker employees have limited access to benefits which include; employee assistance program (EAP), one (1) hour of sick time accrued for every thirty (30) hours worked, and employee plus one (1) other member in your household a membership to the Parker Recreation Center and/or Fieldhouse.

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