Community Fitness Instructor PRN - Campus

University of Arkansas at Little Rock; United States; Remote; USD 1,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the University of Arkansas at Little Rock as a part-time Community Fitness Instructor, where you will implement best-practice fitness programs and maintain positive relationships with members. This role emphasizes aquatic and land-based training, offering a chance to impact community health positively. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma with a preferred background in Exercise Science.

Benefits

Health: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for qualifying staff and family

Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Merchant Discounts

Concierge prescription delivery on main campus

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED minimum required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science preferred.
• 1 Year of exercise instruction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate group fitness programs and communicate schedule changes.
• Develop and present wellness lectures.
• Assist with membership recruitment and database management.

Skills

Aquatic instruction

Equipment handling

Pool safety

Gym equipment use

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science

Tools

National Fitness Certification

Specialty Exercise Certifications

Job description

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Closing Date: 07/17/2025

Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) offers a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that promote teamwork and diversity. We focus on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits-eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below are the details for the position, including any supplementary documentation and questions to review before applying. To apply, click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. It does not discriminate in education programs or activities, including admission and employment, based on age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions about Title IX can be directed to the University’s Title IX Coordinator or the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Applicants must have proof of legal authority to work in the U.S. on their first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Department: ICE | MUSL Fitness IOA

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties: Join our dynamic therapy, community fitness, and sports performance team as a part-time community fitness instructor! The instructor implements best practice fitness programming based on members' needs, encourages individualized aquatic and land-based training, and maintains positive relationships with co-workers, members, and stakeholders.

Skills include aquatic instruction, equipment handling, pool safety, and gym equipment use.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science
• National Fitness Certification
• 1 Year of exercise instruction experience
• Experience in aquatic exercise and instruction
• Specialty Exercise Certifications

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate group fitness programs and communicate schedule changes
• Maintain and distribute the monthly fitness schedule
• Develop and present wellness lectures
• Assist with membership recruitment and database management
• Monitor supplies and maintain activity records
• Perform other duties as assigned

Salary: $25 per hour

Required Documents: List of three professional references, Resume

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Application Instructions: Upload all materials to https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Do not send to the recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening: Includes TB screening, criminal background check, and substance abuse testing. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify applicants.

Physical activity levels required include balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, driving, feeling, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, manipulating items, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, stooping, talking, walking.

Benefits Eligible: No