Tai Chi/Qi Gong Instructor
About The Position
The Tai Chi/Qi Gong Group Exercise Instructor teaches group exercise classes to members and guests of the LECOM Medical Fitness & Wellness Center in a professional, safe, engaging manner. The instructor provides modifications for varying fitness levels, understands contraindicated exercises, and follows safe and effective exercise practices. The role requires maintaining relevant certifications and continuing education, preparing and cleaning the class area, recording attendance, reporting equipment issues, and arranging substitute instructors when needed. The instructor must be flexible regarding center hours and work schedules and contribute to departmental and organizational goals.
Requirements
- A group exercise instructor certification is required; an NCCA-accredited certification is preferred.
- A nationally recognized NCCA Personal Trainer certification is accepted for strength and conditioning group fitness classes that do not require a specific licensed-format certification.
- Certification for some specialty group exercise classes is required.
- CPR/AED certification is required within 90 days of hire; it is provided by Power Wellness.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work positively and service-mindedly with members.
- Ability to multitask and maintain a controlled, professional demeanor.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- At least two years of group class instruction experience, teaching a variety of styles, levels, and populations, preferred.
- NCCA-accredited group exercise instructor certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Teach scheduled group exercise classes and provide modifications for varying fitness levels.
- Understand contraindicated exercises and use safe, effective exercise practices.
- Maintain industry certification in good standing and meet continuing education requirements.
- Arrive in time to set up, start and end class on schedule, and clean the area after class.
- Report equipment needs and broken equipment to the supervisor immediately following class.
- Record participation numbers after every group exercise class.
- Avoid missed classes and seek substitute instructors in advance when necessary.
- Provide participants with a fun and engaging experience.
- Work toward departmental and organizational goals.
- Be flexible and accommodating regarding center hours and work schedules.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Complimentary membership for the employee and one member of their household.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
