Zumba Instructor

Job DetailsJob Location: Recreation - Westminster, CO 80031Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $22.00 - $27.00 HourlyAbout Hyland Hills: The Hyland Hills Parks and Recreation District strives to provides first-class parks, open spaces, facilities,  and recreation programs that enrich and promote a healthy lifestyle, create memorable experiences, and  build relationships between the District and its community while valuing equity and inclusion. Hyland Hills  serves residents areas of Westminster and Arvada, Northglenn, Thornton and the Federal Heights. Job Function: Under general supervision of the Fitness and Wellness Coordinator, the Zumba Instructor is responsible  for the preparation and planning of fitness classes. They will instruct various levels and types of group  fitness classes and provide information relevant to proper use of equipment, class structure and member  wellness. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Instruct and lead group fitness classes under the direction and guidance of the Fitness and  Wellness Coordinator. • Maintain interest and participation in district recreation, fitness, and wellness programs by  conducting classes that are fun, safe and innovative. • Encourage member recruitment and participation by educating our prospective and current  members about classes and upcoming events. • Work closely with the Fitness and Wellness Coordinator to introduce new and exciting class  options to our participants. • Maintain applicable education to maintain certifications. Certifications must be renewed prior to  certification expiration dates. • Dress in a professional and family friendly manner.  • Utilize skills, abilities, and knowledge of kinesiology and physiology to instruct participants with  respect to guest diversity and abilities. • Enforce facility and class policies and procedures.  • Communicate openly and effectively with supervisors, co-workers, staff, participants, parent,  volunteers, and other community members • Provide excellent customer service, including interacting with participants and/or parents to  answer questions and resolve problems. • Find an appropriate substitute for classes upon absence.  • Help clean, maintain, and organize all fitness and audio equipment.  • Report any issues or concerns to the Fitness and Wellness Coordinator.  • Identify and/or recommend maintenance, improvement, or repair of facility equipment, property,  and operational procedures to ensure safety, efficiency, and fiscal responsibility • Take proper safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act accordingly to help  prevent accidents • Perform additional assigned duties as required Physical Demands, Job Location, and Equipment Utilization: • The noise level in the environment is moderate to loud • May require indoor and outdoor activities and exposure to the elements • Travel by automobile is required to attend professional meetings and workshops or to reach a  recreation activity site located away from the Hyland Hills Fitness Center. • This position requires high levels of physical ability including standing, walking, talking, lifting,  bending, reaching, jumping, stretching, etc.  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral  vision. • Work with various fitness equipment such as weights, exercise bikes, fitness balls, mats, etc.  • Able to carry up to 50lbs Required Qualifications: • Candidates over 18 must pass a background check prior to employment. • Must be CPR/ AED and First Aid Certified within 60 days of hire • Have and maintain a Zumba certification.  • Must be available to work weekdays, nights, weekends, and holidays. This job description may be amended from time to time and is established by Hyland Hills Park & Recreation District. The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to outline the basic requirements, duties, and general responsibilities of the position.  This position is "at will", which means the District may terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any or no reason, subject only to the requirements of Federal and State law.  Similarly, the employee may terminate the employment relationship without notice at any time for any or no reason. In addition, all finalists selected for employment with Hyland Hills Parks & Recreation District must undergo a thorough criminal background check.  Qualifications