Fitness Instructor PT

Atlantic Shores Retirement Community; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement: up to $5,250/yr

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD

Educational Partnership Discounts

Referral Bonus

Star Employee Recognition Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Atlantic Shores Retirement Community in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a part-time Fitness Instructor to lead scheduled classes and ensure safe, effective workouts for residents aged 55+. The role emphasizes resident-centered care, teamwork, and a positive, educational exercise environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of related duties.
• Ability to lead activities and motivate residents and staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organization.

Responsibilities

• Teach scheduled fitness classes with proper warm-up and cool down.
• Instruct residents on safe exercise methods and muscle groups.
• Answer questions and maintain a positive exercise experience.
• Ensure safety standards and department policies are followed.

Skills

Resident care

Group instruction

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year related experience

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Atlantic Shores Retirement Community - Virginia Beach, VA 23454

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $16.67 - $20.84 Hourly

Job Category: Hospitality - Hotel

Join our dynamic team of Health and Wellness! You can make a difference and help our residents with their healthy lifestyles. We are searching for additional team members who appreciate a cooperative leadership style and a commitment to excellence.

Our ideal team member brings a mindset for service, teamwork, and a strong desire to learn and perform the right actions for the situation. They have a resident centered care focus and are comfortable working with a diverse group of coworkers. A willingness to learn and make a conscious choice to be positive daily is a must.

Earn a competitive hourly rate based on years of experience.

Additional compensation includes:

• Hourly employees:
  • 1.5x Holiday Pay
  • 1.5x Overtime Pay for every hour worked over 40 hours per week
• Full-time employees:
  • Generous PTO beginning with a maximum of 104 hours annually
  • Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, Supplemental: Accident/Cancer/Critical Illness, Legal Resources, and Identity Theft
  • Tuition reimbursement: up to $5,250 annually for qualifying coursework
• All employees:
  • 401k with company match
  • Educational Partnership Discounts: South University, ECPI, Regent University, St. Leo University, and Colorado Christian University
  • Referral Bonus for new employee referrals that join our team
  • Star Employee Recognition Program including monetary awards
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Position Summary

The Fitness Instructor will teach scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provides adequate warm-up, exercises, stretching, and cool down. Instructs residents on effective workout methods; explains proper techniques, demonstrates exercises; identifies different muscle groups, and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles. Assists residents, answers questions, and maintains a positive exercise experience for residents and class participants. Keeps supervisor informed of resident and facility needs. Ensures that safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are adhered to. Performs related duties as required.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Recognized competency in field of instructional expertise.

• Ability to act in a resident’s best interest and make responsible choices and decisions.
• Ability to lead activities and motivate residents and fellow team members for their involvement in the planned group instruction.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a timely manner.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), and the ability to facilitate small group presentations.
• Organization and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer skills (Microsoft Office: Windows, Outlook, and Excel) and the ability to learn new applications.

Qualifications

Our vision at Atlantic Shores is "To be a neighborhood where people want to live and work." Located in Virginia Beach, we are an award-winning continuing care retirement community serving ages 55 and up. We live our mission of being a welcoming neighborhood promoting active lifestyles in a community which ensures freedom, dignity, wellness, independence and security for all residents and staff.

Our Core Values include:

• Service to others
• Culture of Trust/Honesty
• Leadership to Grow
• Loyalty

Why choose us?

For a rewarding opportunity. We are looking for people who have a heart full of compassion, people who are warm and kind. Here at Atlantic Shores, you will have the opportunity to make a wonderful difference in someone’s life every day. Employment with Atlantic Shores comes with great benefits - with the flexibility to choose the health and welfare plans to best meet your needs.