Associate Instructor - Hourly

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 14,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Utah Health is seeking an Associate Instructor to lead health and fitness programs for employees, with classes through PEAK Health and Fitness. The role focuses on teaching wellness classes, performing assessments, and offering personal training within the health initiatives.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a health field, strong communication, and CPR certification. The position is part-time, on campus, with potential for growth and involvement in broader wellness

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a health-related field and strong communication skills.
• Experience in teaching fitness classes and conducting health assessments is preferred.
• Ability to provide personal training and wellness consultations.

Responsibilities

• Teach group fitness classes and lead wellness activities.
• Conduct health and fitness assessments for participants.
• Provide personal training and individualized wellness consultations.
• Support wellness events and health fairs as needed.
• Foster strong relationships and effective communication with participants.

Skills

Group fitness

Health assessment

Personal training

Wellness consultations

Education

Bachelor's degree in health-related field

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Details

Open Date 07/01/2026

Requisition Number PRN17177N

Job Title Associate Instructor - Hourly

Working Title Associate Instructor - Hourly

Career Progression Track A00

Track Level

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 1 - 19 (As Needed)

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday – Friday / 6:00 am – 6:00 pm with flexibility

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 01620 - Chief Wellness Office

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $10 - $40

Close Date 10/01/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

Wellness and Integrative Health at University of Utah Health is seeking an Associate Instructor to lead health and fitness programs as part of various wellness initiatives. A primary responsibility of this role is to teach U employee health and wellness classes through PEAK Health and Fitness. Additionally, the Associate Instructor will have opportunities to contribute to other wellness initiatives.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Teach group fitness classes.

• Conduct health and fitness assessments.

• Provide personal training services.

• Offer individual wellness consultations.

• Support wellness events, including movement breaks and health fairs.

This role requires strong relationship-building and communication skills, along with a demonstrated understanding of health and wellness principles. Applicants must show the ability to perform essential job functions as outlined.

CPR certification is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a health-related field. Demonstrated relationship‑building and effective communication skills also required.

• Demonstrated strong understanding of health and wellness.

• Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Specific health and fitness certification required, i.e. ACSM , NSCA , YTT

• Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field or equivalency.

• One to three years’ experience in fitness class instruction.

• Experience working with a wide variety of individuals, including those with chronic disease or orthopedic complications.

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

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This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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