Group Fitness Instructor - Parks & Recreation

JOB SUMMARY STATEMENT: Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor – Fitness, provides group fitness instruction, monitors, educates patrons on fitness and safety and maintains an enjoyable atmosphere for class participants and members.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaches fitness classes based on set class schedules; provides adequate warm-up, stretches, and cool-down time.
• Instructs participants on effective workout methods; explains proper techniques, demonstrates exercises; identifies different muscle groups, and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles.
• Prepares appropriate routines, equipment, music, handouts, etc. for class.
• Assists participants, answer questions and maintains a positive exercise experience for members and class participants.
• Builds relationships with participants and have a positive presence with instructors and members
• Keeps supervisor informed of customer and facility needs.
• Ensures that safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are adhered to.
• Effective communication skills with the public, supervisors, and co-workers.
• Completes proper documentation, including class attendance sheets and timesheets.
• Ensure class space and equipment's proper upkeep, appearance, and function.

The above duties and responsibilities include those tasks, physical and mental requirements, visual requirements, unique physical surroundings and mental/cognitive abilities required to perform the essential elements of the position.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Special License(s)/Certifications: NCCA accredited or similar group fitness certification with experience and/or specialty certification. CPR/AED certification preferred -and/or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Experience –Previous experience teaching in a public setting

Competencies – Strong interpersonal communication skills for interacting with patrons. Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, and equipment when appropriate. Ability to make sound decisions and use good judgment; ability to prepare appropriate plans for classes. Communicate effectively with participants

Supervisory Responsibility – This position will not supervise other staff, but will work in cooperation with the Recreation Supervisor - Fitness or Fitness Class Instructors

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.