Fitness Instructor-Group Classes at JWU Providence, RI

JWU; Providence (RI); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A university in the United States seeks a fitness instructor to teach classes and create an inclusive environment for all fitness levels. The role involves collaborating with other staff, ensuring safety in exercise spaces, and following emergency protocols. Candidates must possess relevant fitness certifications and a passion for health. Opportunities are available for individuals committed to fostering diversity within the university community.

Qualifications

• Experience in group training, personal training, or related fields.
• Current certifications in fitness and safety (First Aid, CPR) are mandatory.
• Willingness to engage with various fitness levels is essential.

Responsibilities

• Instruct various fitness classes for the university community.
• Ensure exercise space is safe and equipped.
• Collaborate with others to develop class offerings.

Skills

Experience with group training

Passion for exercise

Ability to work with participants of all fitness levels

Education

Current certification by a recognized organization (e.g. NSCA, ACSM, ISSA)

Current First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

Summary

Teaches fitness classes to university community providing a safe environment and quality workout.

Diversity and Inclusion

Embracing diversity for a richly inclusive community is a Guiding Principle at JWU. Our students, faculty and staff have varied backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that unite us as one community and contribute to our success. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce teams and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Essential Job Functions

• Instructs various fitness classes
• Collaborates with other instructors and administrators to create and develop class offerings, content, equipment needs and schedules that best meet the community's needs
• Verifies exercise space is ready and safe for use by checking for safety hazards including the floor, cooling systems and equipment needed
• Follows university protocol in case of injury or emergency
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Experience with group training, personal training or other related work experience
• Current certification by a recognized organization (e.g. NSCA, ACSM, ISSA)
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Demonstrated passion for exercise and a willingness to work with participants of all fitness levels

Preferred Qualifications

• One of more years of experience with group or individual training

Please note

Qualified candidates must live or relocate within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.