General Summary

Provides group fitness instruction, monitors, educates patrons on fitness and safety, and maintains a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants. Responsibility and skills needed to perform the functions of the job increase with the level of Senior Fitness Instructor.

Essential Functions

Fitness Instructor: Min Education: Fitness Certification from accredited agency or Specialty Fitness Certification (ie, Les Mills BODYPUMP, Zumba, Barre, SilverSneakers, etc). CPR certified. Min Experience: 1 year Salary: Fitness Instructor: \$14.75-\$18.44 (Hourly Wage)Senior Fitness Instructor: Min Education: Primary Group Fitness Certification from accredited agency (ACE, AFFA/NASM or equivalent) in addition to Specialty Fitness Certification(s). Teaches multiple formats that we have on our weekly schedule. Considered as a subject expert for area of specialization and may train other staff on specific knowledge. CPR certified. Min Experience: 5 years of consistent teaching Salary: \$17.25-\$24.15 (Hourly Wage) Typical Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE: Thorough knowledge of city and department rules and regulations; considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, teaching methods and techniques that provide positive motivation; working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles. Thorough knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies including: the incorporation of music, tempo, cueing technique, and rhythm. SKILL: Public relations skills; demonstrated skill in the operation of equipment necessary to perform the functions of the job; choreography and music skills. ABILITY: Plan, organize, instruct, and supervise the assigned program; control large groups of people; follow written and verbal instructions; remain current on the trends of the fitness industry; communicate effectively to the participants when teaching skills; analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action to be taken; work with little or no supervision, as necessary; analyze and correct facility safety hazards; write incident and accident reports, as necessary; learn and adhere to the facility emergency procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public.

Special Requirements Must hold current CPR/AED certification.

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