Part Time Zumba Instructor

Town of Ajax; Ajax; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee & Family Service Program

Health & Wellness Program

Town Fitness Centre Membership

OMERS Pension

Job summary

The Town of Ajax is seeking a Zumba® Instructor to plan, implement, and lead safe and motivating Zumba® classes. Reporting to the Fitness Coordinator, the role involves lesson planning, music selection, and engaging participants while adhering to program standards.

Responsibilities include attendance, sign-in, and monitoring of participants, with a focus on creating a positive and inclusive experience and timely communication with participants and staff.

Qualifications

• Zumba® Instructor certification required.
• Canfitpro FIS certification or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year in the fitness industry teaching Zumba® or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Instructs engaging fitness classes per Town standards and industry guidelines.
• Arrives prepared for class with a lesson plan and music.
• Performs administrative tasks: attendance, sign-in, pay-go tracking, participant counts.
• Maintains communication with supervisor and staff.
• Creates a positive, inclusive program environment.
• Communicates information to participants in a timely manner.
• Monitors space and equipment; reports safety concerns.

Skills

Zumba Instructor certification

Canfitpro FIS certification

1 year fitness industry teaching

Zumba choreography knowledge

First Aid CPR C

Motivational skills

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Fitness Coordinator, the Zumba® Instructor is accountable for planning, implementing and facilitating safe, effective, and motivating Zumba® classes.

Job Duties

• Instructs engaging fitness classes in accordance with the Town program standards (outlined by the Town and by governing bodies within the fitness industry)
• Arrives prepared for class with a lesson plan including associated music.
• Performs administrative tasks necessary to support the program i.e. takes attendance, ensures participants sign-in, monitors pay-go passes for non-member participants, records participant counts.
• Works cooperatively and maintains communication with supervisor and other staff.
• Creates an environment that fosters a positive and inclusive program experience.
• Communicates relevant and accurate information to participants in a timely manner.
• Monitors program space and equipment condition and reports any housekeeping or safety concerns to Fitness Coordinator or Active Living Supervisor.

Qualifications / Skills

• Zumba® Instructor certification.
• Canfitpro FIS certification or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year in the fitness industry teaching Zumba® and/or leadership skills and a combination of training, education and experience deemed equivalent.
• Extensive knowledge of Zumba® choreography, exercise prescription/modifications and program planning.
• Current Standard First Aid with CPR C.
• Maintains a high level of physical fitness as required to perform the role.
• Ability to motivate others.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Able to provide a Criminal Reference check with Vulnerable Sector screening dated within the last six months that is satisfactory to the Town.

Compensation

Compensation Range $41.49 - $45.11

What is Offered to Staff Compensation: We offer competitive pay that reflects the responsibilities of the position.

Hours of Work

This is a non-union position that works up to 24 hours per week. The hours of work are Monday to Sunday, various shifts between 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Town Perks

• Employee & Family Service Program
• Health & Wellness Program
• Town of Ajax Fitness Centre Combo Membership
• Defined pension plan (OMERS pension - https://www.omers.com/)

Vacancy Statement

All job postings issued by the Town of Ajax are intended to fill existing vacant positions unless otherwise stated.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Ajax is committed to employment equity and building a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, especially those who have been historically excluded, including Black and Indigenous people, racialized communities, disabled persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and others facing systemic inequities.

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About the Town of Ajax

Thanks for your interest in the Town of Ajax! The Town of Ajax, situated on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, is an innovative municipal sector leader that provides a variety of services to one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario. With over 130,000 residents, Ajax's rich heritage and culturally diverse community make it a great place to work and live.

Success of the Town

The success of the Town depends largely on the employees. Staff are relied upon day in and day out - whether it is for issuing a marriage license, maintaining a local park, fighting a fire, processing a tax bill, planning a new subdivision, instructing a fitness class, or plowing snow. The employees are the Town's Ambassadors.