Fitness Training Specialist – Construction Programs

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City Colleges of Chicago is seeking a Training Specialist – Personal Fitness Training for Dawson Technical College. The role is full-time, teaching nutrition, fitness and health in construction programs, under the Dean’s supervision.

The instructor will customize nutrition plans and implement contextualized training to improve muscular strength and work efficiency. The position requires a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology or related field, current NCCA certification, CPR, and experience teaching 10–20

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field and current NCCA-certified personal trainer credential.
• CPR certification required; AED preferred; First Aid preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare syllabi, lesson plans and instructional aids for nutrition, fitness and healthy lifestyles.
• Teach physical training and contextualized learning to students in construction programs.
• Maintain student records and evaluate performance; use formative and summative assessments.
• Collaborate to update curriculum and ensure safe, effective training environments.

Skills

Class instruction

Nutrition planning

Fitness assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or Exercise Science

NCCA accredited personal training certification

Job description

City Colleges of Chicago is seeking a Training Specialist – Personal Fitness Training for Dawson Technical College. The role is full-time, teaching nutrition, fitness and health in construction programs, under the Dean’s supervision.

The instructor will customize nutrition plans and implement contextualized training to improve muscular strength and work efficiency. The position requires a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology or related field, current NCCA certification, CPR, and experience teaching 10–20