Fitness Instructor

Lifespacecareers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,342 - 40,391; Part time

Job summary

A leading senior living organization seeks a dedicated Fitness Instructor to lead our Saturday morning Strength and Balance Class. The ideal candidate will provide personal training, oversee group fitness sessions, and engage our residents in wellness programming. An associate degree in exercise science, personal training certification, and CPR qualification are required. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow your career within a mission-driven team focused on enhancing community well-being.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of fitness experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills for resident engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal training services to residents.
• Lead group land and aquatic fitness classes.
• Conduct fitness assessments of residents.
• Document resident attendance and fitness progress data.

Skills

Personal training

Leadership in fitness classes

Fitness assessments

Resident engagement

Education

Associate degree in exercise science or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Personal training certification (ACE, ACSM, AEA, AFAA, or NASM)

CPR certification

Water Safety Training

Aqua certification preferred

Job description

Community:

Oak Trace

Address:

200 Village DriveDowners Grove, Illinois 60516

Pay Range

$21.30-$29.32+ Hourly

Fitness Instructor to lead a Saturday morning 10am Strength and Balance Class

Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences.

At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our dynamic Lifestyle team as our new Fitness Instructor today!

A few details about the role:

• Provide personal training services to residents.
• Lead group land and aquatic fitness classes, as assigned.
• Conduct fitness assessments of residents.
• Document resident attendance and individual fitness progress data. Review and update with residents their individual training plans.
• Provide resident engagement as allowed within the scope of the position.
• Assist Fitness Manager in developing and implementing individual and group fitness sessions.
• Create and execute activity and fitness programs for varied levels of physical abilities and interests.
• Provide orientation for effective use fitness equipment.
• Promote resident involvement in overall wellness programming by communicating events and actively participate in the events.

And here's what you need to apply:

• Associate degree in exercise science or related field. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Two to three years of fitness experience
• Accredited certification in personal training required. (ACE, ACSM, AEA, AFAA, or NASM)
• Current CPR certification
• Water Safety Training
• Aqua certification preferred.

Lifespace has enjoyed over 40 years of success, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace family get ready to ignite your life and experience Living Lifespace.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa and Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest Senior Living providers of non-profit retirement communities. Lifespace employs over 4,100 team members and serves over 5,400 residents. The organization is committed to creating communities where people are empowered to live their aspirations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

If you are excited to learn and grow, be excellent, thrive with your team and deliver personalized experiences you'll enjoy your career with us!