Group Exercise Instructor
Scotch Plains, NJ, USA
USD up to 25k / year
Posted on Jun 22, 2026
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Location and Job Title:
Group Exercise Instructor
JCC of Central NJ
1391 Martine Ave
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Principal Responsibilities:
Summary of Position:
The JCC is seeking an energetic and motivating certified Group Fitness Instructor, with a keen understanding of customer service and professionalism, to lead dynamic group fitness classes focused on strength training, toning, and full-body conditioning. This role is perfect for an experienced fitness professional who enjoys helping participants build strength, confidence, and community in a welcoming inclusive environment.
This is a part-time, overtime non-exempt position with schedule flexibility, reporting to the Director of Fitness. Daytime, evening and weekend shifts available. Schedule will be determined based on availability and program needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead safe, engaging fitness classes that combine strength training, muscle toning, and light cardio
- Design class formats adaptable to varying fitness levels and abilities
- Provide clear instruction, demonstrations, and modifications
- Create a positive, supportive, and motivating class atmosphere
- Ensure proper use of equipment and adherence to safety guidelines
- Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to lead scheduled classes
- Communicate professionally with staff, members and participants
- Positively represent the JCC with professional appearance and conduct
- Provide the highest quality of customer service to program participants
- Utilize strong interpersonal skills with an eagerness to grow participation
- Function as a strong team player
Physical Demands:
- Ability to actively teach a group fitness class
- Lift a minimum of 50 pounds from the floor
- Ability to stand or move for an extended period of time
Pay range: starting at $40 per class
Key Benefits:
- Complimentary membership with fitness and pool access
- NJ Paid Sick Leave
- Flexible Schedule
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualifications and Skills:
- Current group fitness certification (ACE, NASM, AFAA, etc.)
- Practical experience in the field preferred
- CPR/AED Certification or willingness to obtain (American Red Cross or equivalent)
- First Aid Certification (American Red Cross or equivalent)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Reliable, professional, and enthusiastic
- Ability to motivate participants of all ages and abilities
Salary:
Under $25,000
Agency Information:
The JCC of Central NJ is a non-profit agency whose mission is to educate, enrich and empower our community - from generation to generation. The JCC is a membership based, non-profit agency which offers educational, recreational, fitness & wellness, cultural and communal programs and activities to people of all abilities and all stages of life.