Barre Instructor

Brown University; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Brown University is seeking a part-time Barre Instructor in the Athletics and Recreation division. You will provide excellent Barre instruction under supervision, promote healthy lifestyles, and serve as a fitness resource for program participants and Recreation members.

The role is a 11-month seasonal, part-time position with a 10-hour weekly schedule. You will work evenings/weekends and maintain active certifications while supporting the Group Fitness Program and Brown promotions.

Qualifications

• Certification required: fitness instructor certification (IBBFA or barre) through an accredited institution.
• Interview/audition demonstrating safety cues, modifications, progressions, and outstanding presentation skills.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience teaching barre or group fitness preferred.
• First Aid, CPR and AED certification (or on-site training/certification).
• Must be able to work nights/weekends and sub if needed.
• Must maintain active certifications throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of challenging group fitness formats and develop positive relationships with participants.
• Enforce policies of Dance Studios, Nelson Fitness Center and Group Fitness Program.
• Create safe and effective barre program designs.
• Organize studio after each barre class.
• Promote Brown Group Fitness promotions, programs, services, and events.
• Motivate Recreation members to stay involved in programs and services.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Safety cues & modifications

Education

Fitness instructor certification (IBBFA or barre)

Job description

Barre Instructor

Brown University

Job Description

The Division of Athletics and Recreation at Brown University is seeking qualified applicants for the Barre Instructor position. Acting under direct supervision of Fitness and Wellness Manager, the Barre Instructor will provide excellent instruction in Barre classes.

The position will promote the Division's mission to advance healthy lifestyle choices through participation opportunities, educational experiences and supportive services. The Barre Instructor will serve as a fitness resource for program participants and all Recreation members to encourage continued class attendance and involvement in the Group Fitness Program.

This is a part-time, 11-month seasonal position.

Major Tasks

• Develop positive relationships with program participants by teaching variety of challenging and motivating group fitness formats.
• Enforce policy and procedure of Dance Studios, Nelson Fitness Center and Group Fitness Program.
• Create safe and effective program design.
• Organize studio after each Barre class.
• Promote Brown Group Fitness promotions, programs, services, and special events.
• Motivate Recreation members to continue involvement with programs and services.

Requirements

• Minimum of one fitness instructor certification(s) through IBBFA or similar Barre certification through an accredited institution.
• Satisfactory interview/audition demonstrating appropriate safety cues, modifications, progressions, and outstanding presentation skills.
• One to two years of relevant experience teaching Barre or group fitness preferred.
• First Aid, CPR and AED Certification (or training/certification course on-site).
• Will be required to work nights/weekends and sub if needed.
• Must maintain active certifications throughout employment.

All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties. Employees in coaching positions must receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting by the compliance office and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division).

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Background Check

Criminal

Benefits of Working at Brown

Please review additional information on Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date

2026-10-19

Job Posting Title

Barre Instructor

Department

Athletics and Recreation

Grade

Ungraded Staff

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Time Type

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

10

Position Work Location

Onsite

Submission Guidelines

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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EEO Statement

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