Fitness Instructor - Pilates

Arlington Heights Park District; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTAC Membership to ARC

Discounts on some programming

KinderCare Discounts

Job summary

The Arlington Heights Park District is seeking a certified Mat Pilates Instructor to lead engaging mat Pilates classes that improve strength, flexibility, and confidence. The role begins November 7, with Saturdays 11:00 AM–12:00 PM and potential for additional weekday hours as the program grows.

A current Mat Pilates certification is required; position is part-time with benefits on select programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum one to two years of experience leading fitness, exercise, or conditioning programs.
• CPR and AED certification required within six months of employment.
• High school graduate or GED; college-level coursework in PE or kinesiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create safe, effective, and fun workout experiences for member participation and retention.
• Demonstrate proper movement techniques and provide modifications when needed.
• Arrive prepared with music, routines, and class equipment set up before each session.
• Foster a welcoming and positive environment that builds community and motivation.

Skills

Experience leading fitness programs

Adapt for different fitness levels

Education

High school graduate or GED

College-level coursework in physical education or kinesiology preferred

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and certified Mat Pilates Instructor to lead engaging mat Pilates classes and help participants build strength, flexibility, and confidence. The position begins November 7 and currently includes Saturdays from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM (approximately 1 hour per week), with the possibility of adding additional weekday hours as the program grows. A current Mat Pilates certification is required.

Part-Time Wages

Fitness Instructor Job Description

JOB SPECIFIC INFORMATION

• Prepares lesson plans and selects exercises to meet program objectives
• Select and set up required materials and equipment for each class
• Plans routines, chooses music and selects movements for muscle groups
• Demonstrates proper breathing techniques during physical activity
• Takes attendance, welcomes participants, and maintains accurate class lists
• Provides varied exercises to accommodate different fitness levels
• Ensures participant safety and notifies management of serious incidents
• Puts away materials and maintains a clean, organized environment

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Create safe, effective, and fun workout experiences that encourage member participation and retention
• Demonstrate proper movement techniques and provide modifications when needed
• Arrive prepared with music, routines, and class equipment set up before each session
• Foster a welcoming and positive environment that builds community and motivation

BENEFITS WE OFFER

• PTAC Membership to ARC
• Discounts on some programming
• KinderCare Discounts

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduate or G.E.D.; college-level coursework in physical education or kinesiology preferred
• Minimum one to two years of experience leading fitness, exercise, or conditioning programs
• Or, any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training
• CPR and AED Certification required within six months of employment

AHPD OVERVIEW

The Arlington Heights Park District (AHPD) is a public park and recreation agency located in Arlington Heights, Illinois-one of the largest communities in Chicago's prestigious northwest suburban corridor. Our mission is to enrich the community by providing fun, accessible and impactful recreation and facilities for every age and season. However, you choose to recreate, we have something for you. We aim to serve everyone equally and fairly across our 29 facilities- including five community centers with outdoor pools, Arlington Ridge Center, two tennis clubs, two public golf clubs, Lake Arlington, Arlington Heights Historical Museum, and Senior Center-and 58 parks across 716 acres of land. In our 100-year history, we have earned multiple distinctions recognizing our high-quality standards of excellence, including three National Gold Medal Awards, maintaining a Moody's AAA bond rating for nine years, and receiving multiple awards for fiscal responsibility.

The Arlington Heights Park District commits itself to diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a mutually respectful, multicultural, and equitable environment.