Charles E. Lakin YMCA Group Fitness Instructor

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Council Bluffs (IA); Vor Ort; USD 20.664 - 22.110; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Free individual YMCA membership

Flexible work attire

Tuition discounts

100% employer-paid retirement contribution

Flexible schedule

Zusammenfassung

A community-focused nonprofit organization is seeking a Part-Time Group Fitness Instructor in Council Bluffs, IA. The role involves leading fitness classes and supporting the community's health journey. Candidates should be at least 18 years old with a recognized group fitness certification. Additional qualifications include strong communication skills and the ability to connect with diverse groups. Enjoy benefits like a free YMCA membership and flexible work attire. Join a team that promotes health, inclusion, and wellness across the community.

Qualifikationen

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to communicate verbally to large and small groups.
• Complete various training within first 30 days of hire.
• Successful clearance of background check.

Aufgaben

• Leads energizing and educational group classes.
• Builds effective relationships with members.
• Maintains accurate class attendance records.
• Participates in trainings and staff meetings.

Kenntnisse

Group Fitness Certification

Communication Skills

Independent Work

Diverse Group Engagement

Ausbildung

Current nationally recognized Group Fitness certification

Jobbeschreibung

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Charles E. Lakin YMCA Group Fitness Instructor

Part Time Group Fitness Inst Charles E. Lakin YMCA, Council Bluffs, IA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3196

Salary Range: $15.00 To $16.05 Hourly

So many perks & benefits ~ Enjoy a flexible schedule ~ Work with great people ~ Make a difference in our community ~ Free YMCA membership ~ Locations across the metro – likely a Y near you ~ Tuition discounts ~ Flexible work attire ~ Training & development!

BENEFITS

• Free individual YMCA membership
• Locations across the metro – likely a Y near you!
• Flexible work attire – Y shirts provided & you choose your style
• Tuition discounts, training & development, & opportunities to advance.
• 100% employer-paid retirement contribution of 12% of earnings – no employee match or contribution required (after meeting eligibility requirements)
• Enjoy a flexible schedule, work with great people, & make a difference in our community!

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Group Fitness Instructors facilitate group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes people of all skill and fitness levels; effectively building community within the class and modifying class as needed to meet varied health, ability and cultural needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
2. Asks and answers questions from program participants and members to support them in achieving their goals related to health and well‑being.
3. Maintains working knowledge of branch and wellness trends to provide effective information and support to members.
4. Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helping members and program participants connect with each other and the YMCA.
5. Observes and adjusts approach to support all participants’ capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture.
6. Celebrates achievement of program participants related to program or personal goals, mastering of specific skills or overall health and well‑being.
7. Keeps accurate class attendance records.
8. On time for scheduled classes.
9. Actively participates in department and branch staff meetings and/or related trainings.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)

• Engaging Community
• Inclusion
• Functional Expertise

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must hold current nationally recognized Group Fitness certification from approved organization
• Ability to communicate verbally to large and small groups of members and the ability to work with varying fitness levels and ages
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail required
• Complete before first shift: YMCA cause & culture training; fitness‑specific training
• Complete within 30 days of hire: Child Abuse Prevention Training; CPR/AED; First Aid (provided by YMCA)
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community and successful clearance of background check

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Gym/Fitness Studio environment, must be able to stand for extended periods of time, walk, and bend over, reach overhead, grasp, push, pull and move, lift and/ or carry up to 15 pounds repeatedly, at or above waist height. They must also be able to perform a variety of exercises with proper form and correct client/member’s form confidently and professionally.

Hours may include evening and weekend work.

The YMCA of Greater Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer