Group Fitness Instructor (PT) - Northbrook / Bernard Weinger JCC
JCC Chicago
Northbrook, IL, USA
USD 45-45 / hour
Group Fitness Instructors provide high quality fitness classes to our members and promote fitness related services offered by the JCC.
Duties include and are not limited to the following:
- Plan and implement fitness class routines.
- Energize and motivate members throughout the sessions.
- Ensure safety of members regarding heart rate and exercise techniques.
- Provide options and challenges for specific exercises to accommodate various skill levels.
- Maintain attendance records and other related class paperwork.
- Attend department staff meetings.
- Maintain excellent customer service with our patrons.
- Gather feedback from patrons regarding fitness classes.
- Notify supervisor of any program or facility related issues.
- Foster positive relationship between members and staff and serve as steward of full JCC program offerings.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and move up to 40lbs.
- Ability to supervise participants by sight and sound.
- React with physical and mental alertness in emergency situations.
- Demonstrate physical stamina and agility required to be mobile for long periods of time.
- Recover instructional space promptly after each class.
- Use hands for grasping equipment and class material.
Days/Hours:
Saturdays 8 AM -10 AM and as needed
Compensation:
$45/hour paid based on experience
Requirements:
Current CPR/AED certification as well as AFAA, ACE, ACSM, NASM, NFPT or other related Fitness/Group Exercise certification from a national fitness organization required; a minimum of one-year experience in teaching Group Fitness Classes required. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong customer service skills and creativity in working with adults.