Wellness Instructor - Med Wellness & Recreation

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Med Wellness & Recreation - Group Fitness has exciting opportunities for temporary Wellness Instructors to work in Miami, FL. The Wellness Instructor conducts assessments, develops, and implements training regimens, provides motivated fitness coaching, facilitates science-based workforce interventions, and monitors fitness areas to assist members in wellness programs and training. Conducts fitness and health risk assessments and baseline biometric testing. Reviews health history questionnaires to assess risk factors that may require medical clearance. Compiles and manages member intervention and fitness data using relevant programs. Develops and implements structured exercise programs for members, such as personal training. Monitors participants engaged in fitness and intervention programs. Develops and presents fitness and intervention educational sessions to members. Answers members’ questions and instructs them on how to operate equipment. Ensures members are following policies and procedures in the fitness areas. Supervises fitness area and classrooms and inspects cardio, training, and functional equipment for damage, wear, loss, and improper usage. Assists wellness programs and membership staff in facilitation of orientations, educational programs, and marketing campaigns. Department Specific Functions Teach group exercise classes (in-person and/or virtual) in one or more of the following areas: Yoga (different levels), Mat & Reformer Pilates, Zumba, Studio Cycling, Body and Cardio Sculpt, Aqua, and a variety of other aerobic, dance, and muscle toning classes. Act as substitute as needed for other class instructors. Offer challenging and educational exercise routines to help members reach their health and fitness goals while maintaining safety and remaining within scope of practice. Achieve daily class attendance goals by developing strong relationships with current class participants and working to attract new participants. Set up equipment, test microphone, and greet members as they enter fitness room. Maintain, clean, re-rack and organize all equipment at the end of class. Attend mandatory meetings and master class sessions as required. Maintain all mandatory education certifications. Maintain constant communication with Fitness & Wellness Center administrative offices and supervisor by email, phone, in person, etc. Follow all Fitness & Wellness Center policies, procedures, and standards including existing music and video policies. Other job related duties as assigned. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
Certification in relevant specialty or field
Minimum two years of relevant experience
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary
Commitment to the University’s core values
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered

Responsibilities

Conducts assessments, develops, and implements training regimens
Provides motivated fitness coaching
Facilitates science-based workforce interventions
Monitors fitness areas to assist members in wellness programs and training
Conducts fitness and health risk assessments and baseline biometric testing
Reviews health history questionnaires to assess risk factors that may require medical clearance
Compiles and manages member intervention and fitness data using relevant programs
Develops and implements structured exercise programs for members, such as personal training
Monitors participants engaged in fitness and intervention programs
Develops and presents fitness and intervention educational sessions to members
Answers members’ questions and instructs them on how to operate equipment
Ensures members are following policies and procedures in the fitness areas
Supervises fitness area and classrooms and inspects cardio, training, and functional equipment for damage, wear, loss, and improper usage
Assists wellness programs and membership staff in facilitation of orientations, educational programs, and marketing campaigns
Teach group exercise classes (in-person and/or virtual) in one or more of the following areas: Yoga (different levels), Mat & Reformer Pilates, Zumba, Studio Cycling, Body and Cardio Sculpt, Aqua, and a variety of other aerobic, dance, and muscle toning classes
Act as substitute as needed for other class instructors
Offer challenging and educational exercise routines to help members reach their health and fitness goals while maintaining safety and remaining within scope of practice
Achieve daily class attendance goals by developing strong relationships with current class participants and working to attract new participants
Set up equipment, test microphone, and greet members as they enter fitness room
Maintain, clean, re-rack and organize all equipment at the end of class
Attend mandatory meetings and master class sessions as required
Maintain all mandatory education certifications
Maintain constant communication with Fitness & Wellness Center administrative offices and supervisor by email, phone, in person, etc
Follow all Fitness & Wellness Center policies, procedures, and standards including existing music and video policies
Other job related duties as assigned