Fitness Instructor

City of Cortez, Colorado; Cortez (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Job summary

The City of Cortez, Colorado is hiring a part-time Fitness Instructor to deliver safe, engaging group fitness opportunities for our community. This role leads classes, helps participants progress, and maintains a positive, inclusive class environment.

You’ll schedule classes with the Recreation Coordinator, assist with setup and teardown, monitor safety, and respond to incidents as needed. This position offers sick leave and the chance to help neighbors move, learn, and feel better.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a valid Colorado Driver’s License.
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical duties.
• Strong oral and written communication; works well with others.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assist group fitness classes for varied skill levels.
• Coordinate class offerings with the Recreation Coordinator to support a balanced schedule.
• Help prevent and respond to incidents that may create unsafe conditions.
• Complete physical setup/teardown, equipment care, and related preparation.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Driver's license

Job description

What You’ll Do

The City of Cortez is hiring a part-time Fitness Instructor to help deliver safe, engaging group fitness opportunities for our community. This role supports a strong recreation and fitness program by leading classes, helping participants progress, and maintaining a positive, inclusive class environment.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Teach and assist group fitness classes for varied skill levels
• Coordinate class offerings with the Recreation Coordinator to support a balanced schedule
• Help prevent and respond to incidents that may create unsafe conditions
• Complete physical setup/teardown, equipment care, and related preparation

Required Qualifications/skills

• At least 18 years old; valid Colorado Driver’s License
• CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform physical duties
• Strong oral and written communication; works well with others

Provided Benefits

This part-time position includes sick leave.

A Typical Shift

You’ll arrive early to get the studio ready, check the day’s roster, and connect with participants as they come in—first-timers and regulars alike. Between classes, you’ll reset equipment, note any supply or maintenance needs, and touch base with your supervisor about upcoming offerings so the program stays well-rounded. During sessions, you’ll stay alert to the room’s energy and pacing, making quick adjustments so participants feel supported. As your shift wraps up, you’ll close down the space, document anything noteworthy, and head out knowing you helped neighbors move, learn, and feel better.

Salary: $15.25 - $35.65