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As a Fitness Instructor, you will teach a variety of fitness programs. You will be responsible for planning and leading registered and/or drop-in fitness programs. Primary duties include:

Teach specific skills to participants through progressive physical fitness development and sharing of knowledge.
Plan and implement quality fitness programs.
Assess participant needs and provide adaptations as necessary.
Ensure safety of participants.
Prepare and maintain equipment, supplies, and program space.
Maintain program records and assist with program evaluation.

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Current Older Adult Fitness Instructor Certification from Fitness Alberta (or equivalent Older Adult exercise certification e.g. YMCA, CanFitPro).
Older Adult Certification must be through a Provincial or National organization.
Level 2 Fitness Instructors must have at least 3 years of leadership and instructional experience.
Previous experience with AHS Move 'n Mingle or other fall prevention programs is considered an asset.
Previous experience with Older Adult fitness instruction is considered an asset.
Demonstrated ability in assessing participant needs and determining adaptations as necessary.
Strong communication skills along with demonstrated initiative, planning, and organizational skills.
Sound judgment in safety standards and well-developed customer service skills.

Pre-employment Requirements

Current Intermediate First Aid certification (equivalent to Standard First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) level "C", and Automated External Defibrillator (AED)) is required. CPR must be renewed annually.
A valid security clearance with a Vulnerable Sector Search must be provided. Date of completion must be within the last 12 months.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Applicants may be contacted, interviewed, and hired throughout the duration of this competition.

Union: Non-Union / Code 86

Business Unit: Recreation and Social Programs

Position Type: Up to 10 On-Call Positions

Location: Various

Compensation: Instructor Level 1: $22.00-32.00

Instructor Level 2: $30.00-40.00

Days of Work: This position typically works

various days including daytime, evenings,

and weekends.

Hours of work: This position works on-call hours

based on operational requirements.

Audience: Internal/External

Apply By: December 7, 2023

Job ID #: 308366

City of Calgary

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