Fitness Instructor

Riverside Health; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Riverside Wellness Center - Peninsula - Newport News, Virginia is seeking a part-time Fitness Instructor. The role involves teaching members how to use strength training and cardio equipment, monitoring activities, and keeping the fitness area clean.

You will orient new members and ensure safety protocols are followed. Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED (preferred), 1 year of fitness or PE experience (preferred), and AED certification within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year fitness or physical education experience preferred.
• AED certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Instruct members on proper use of strength training and cardiovascular equipment.
• Monitor participants during fitness area activities.
• Maintain cleanliness of fitness area and enforce policies.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and follow substitution procedures.

Skills

Fitness instruction

Customer service

Safety & AED readiness

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AED certification

Job description

Fitness Instructor# Careers## Fitness InstructorApply: Riverside Wellness Center - Peninsula - Newport News, Virginia: Part time: Posted Today: 2026-038201Newport News, Virginia**Hiring Range**$12.80 - $16.63/HourlyActual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs. **Overview** The Fitness Instructor works under the supervision of the Fitness Manager. The Fitness Instructor instructs members and guests on the proper use of the strength training and cardiovascular equipment. Monitors participants in fitness area activities. Responsible for general cleanliness of the fitness area. **What you will do** * Demonstrates the ability to respond positively to situations that change during the course of a day, month or year.* Orients new members and guests to fitness area, demonstrating proper operation of cardiovascular equipment, strength training machines, and flexibility exercises.* Attends all scheduled staff meetings, follows proper substitution procedures, arrives on time for scheduled shifts.* Performs the required cleaning duties and enforces fitness area policies for members. **Qualifications** **Education** * High School Diploma or GED, (Preferred) **Experience** * 1 year Physical education or fitness training (Preferred) **Licenses and Certifications** * Certified Auto External Defibrillator (AED) - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.