Group Fitness Instructor

Merage Jewish Community Center of Orange County

Merage Jewish Community Center of Orange County

United States
Posted on Mar 25, 2026
Leads and coordinates individual or group adult fitness/physical training sessions. Duties: plans/leads sessions; sets up/monitors equipment; advises on procedures/policies; distributes handouts/evaluations; participant follow-up; track client progress/maintain files; ensure safety and injury prevention and report accidents; perform miscellaneous duties.Minimum Requirements: HS diploma/GED; at least 1 year relevant experience; recognized competency; may require technical certification (AFAA, ACE, NETA, NASM, etc.). Higher degrees may substitute for experience year-for-year.Knowledge/Skills: first aid procedures; strong interpersonal/communication; records maintenance; fitness training/education methods; exercise principles/technology; equipment/facility operation; prepare routine paperwork; read/understand/follow/enforce safety procedures.Conditions of Employment: CPR certification within 2 months of hire; discipline-specific certifications as required; must pass pre-employment criminal background check.Working Conditions/Physical Effort: extensive physical activity; strenuous work; heavy lifting/pushing/pulling over 50 lbs; minimal exposure to risks; moderate exposure to unusual elements.For more information contact debbief@jccoc.org.