Exercise Instructor I - Spencer Family YMCA

YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA in Pittsburgh is hiring a Group Exercise Instructor I to lead Yoga, Pilates, and Water Aerobics classes. This part-time role focuses on delivering energizing, safe, and engaging sessions in a welcoming community setting.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a Group Fitness Instruction certification, CPR/AED/First Aid within 30 days, and a passion for helping members improve health and wellness through friendly instruction and dependable attendance records.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Group Fitness Instruction certification required.
• Certification in area of expertise as required.
• CPR, AED and First Aid or ability to obtain within 30 days required.

Responsibilities

• Leads group classes as directed by the supervisor.
• Conducts energizing, safe, and educational classes.
• Builds effective relationships with members and the YMCA community.
• Maintains class attendance records and adheres to policies.
• Responds to emergencies and reports incidents to supervisor.

Skills

Group Fitness Instruction

CPR AED First Aid

Certification in area of expertise

Job description

Title: Group Program Instructor I

Reports To: Program Director

Job Type: Part Time

Pay Grade: 6, $15.28 - $19.10/hour

We are hiring Group Exercise Instructors for Yoga, Pilates, and Water Aerobics.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Instructs group classes, provides excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Leads group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.
• Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records. Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations, reports all incidents to direct supervisor and provides any necessary follow-up.
• Improves the health and well-being of the community the YMCA serves.
• Assists in equipment cleaning and maintenance, informing the coordinator of any breakage or items needing replacement.
• Introduces themselves before each class and welcomes all new participants.
• Addresses questions and concerns of YMCA members with exceptional service and ensures adequate follow through in a timely manner.
• Secures any substitute needed for instruction of scheduled class that cannot be taught.
• Attends staff meetings and any other training as assigned.
• Actively participates in the YMCA's Annual Campaign.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Values
• Relationships
• Innovation
• Developing Self & Others

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Group Fitness Instruction certification required.
• Certification in area of expertise as required.
• CPR, AED and First Aid or ability to obtain within 30 days required. May need CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification and Emergency Oxygen or ability to obtain upon hire depending on class.

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.
• The employee needs sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
• The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Current driver's license and access to reliable vehicle for transportation.
• The work is performed both indoors and outdoors and may require travel to various locations. While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.