Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $21.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Flexible Schedule
wellness programs
Employee Discounts
Job Description
The YMCA is a renowned nonprofit community service organization dedicated to promoting healthy living, fostering social responsibility, and nurturing the potential of every individual. For more than a century, the YMCA has been a cornerstone in communities across the United States, providing programs and services that support youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. As a mission-driven entity, the YMCA strives to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, supported, and empowered to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. Through its wide range of services, including fitness programs, youth sports, childcare, and community outreach initiatives, the YMCA remains committed... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be able to engage strangers in conversation and make all people feel welcome
- Maintain confidentiality
- High degree of tact required
- Coordination, rhythm and timing skills
- Working knowledge of anatomy, kinesiology and safe exercise technique
- Establish rapport with members
- Work effectively in a group as a team member
- Interpret and enforce all safety and health regulations
- Ability to respond calmly and swiftly in emergency situations
- Consistently at work and on time
- Occasionally work varied shifts
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work enthusiastically within constantly changing priorities
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and handle conflicts in a timely and professional manner
- Must be able to occasionally work varied shifts dependent on events and staffing needs
- Must be able to work autonomously and with limited supervision within the Y core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility
- Must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to attend all trainings and meetings as required even if scheduled outside normal working or regularly scheduled hours
- Frequently may require bending, leaning, kneeling, lifting and walking
Job Qualifications
- Educational background and or experience in group exercise instruction
- Certification in field to be taught
- Preferred at least 6 months to 1 year related teaching experience
- Current CPR certificate, can be obtained at the Y
Job Duties
- Conduct and organize engaging classes by beginning and ending on time, welcoming new participants and knowing participants names, and adhering to class format
- Teach to various fitness levels simultaneously and be able to provide modifications for all abilities
- Monitor participants for proper positioning and intensity levels and be able to explain or demonstrate the correct and safe way to perform all exercises by applying appropriate policies and procedures
- Know and adhere to general fitness principles and avoid contraindicated exercises
- Actively solicit feedback and make suggestions to help members meet fitness or wellness goals
- Follow up with members and ensure that needs are met
- Refer members to physician or physical therapist when appropriate
- Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to greet members, welcome, and assist them
- Plan and teach all classes agreed to on the current monthly Group Exercise Schedule
- Keep abreast of changes and trends in the fitness industry by continuing education such as reading, workshops, attending other instructor's classes
- Be a role model for members and fellow instructors
- Handle all audio equipment with care
- Report any equipment or studio malfunctions to the Group Exercise Coordinator or Health and Wellness Director immediately
- Record hours on time sheet and turn in on scheduled date
- Turn in schedule requests on the 10th of the month for the following month
- Maintain a professional appearance
- Follow all staff expectations guidelines
- Complete required child abuse prevention training, follow all abuse prevention and risk management policies, maintain appropriate boundaries, supervise responsibly, and fulfill all legal and ethical duties as a mandatory reporter by promptly reporting and cooperating with any investigations of suspected abuse or policy violations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)