Group Exercise Instructor

Bgparks; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 30,686 - 43,704; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Fitness Center pass

Employee discounts

Job summary

Buffalo Grove Park District's Fitness Center is seeking energetic Group Exercise Instructors to lead a variety of classes, including Aqua Fitness, Barre, Senior Fitness and Cycle, among others. You will foster a positive environment and collaborate with fellow instructors, staff and members to deliver engaging sessions.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, be current with ACE/AFFA/AEA Group Exercise certification and CPR, and bring at least two years of teaching experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current ACE/AFFA/AEA Group Exercise certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead high quality classes that match the class description and meet members’ needs.
• Must find a substitute if unable to teach a scheduled class; sub for others when needed.
• Attend department meetings and respond to e-mail communications promptly.
• Arrive early to set up equipment, check in participants, and clean up afterwards.
• Establish relationships with participants to build class participation; target at least 8 participants per class.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Group Exercise

Team collaboration

Member engagement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ACE/AFFA/AEA Group Exercise Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

The Fitness Center at the Buffalo Grove Park District is looking for energetic and talented Group Exercise Instructors to lead a variety of Group Exercise classes. This person should be able to maintain a positive working attitude with other instructors, staff and members.

We are especially seeking instructors with experience in: Aqua Fitness, Barre, Senior Fitness / Active Aging Classes, and Cycle. Other formats are also welcome, including strength, cardio, cycle, yoga, Pilates, dance, HIIT, and more.

Essential Functions:

1. Lead high quality classes that match the class description, and meet members’ needs. Is able to program, deliver and adapt based on the class participants.
2. Must find a sub if unable to teach a scheduled class; willing and available to sub for other instructors when needed.
3. Attend any department meetings, read and respond to all e‑mail communications in a timely manner.
4. Arrive to class early to set up equipment and room, check in participants, and clean up afterwards.
5. Establish relationships with participants to build class participation. Maintain a minimum average of 8 participants per class.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent
2. Maintain a current Group Exercise Instructor Certification from ACE, AFFA or AEA
3. Maintain a current CPR Certification
4. Minimum of two years teaching experience

Salary Rate

$27+ per class, depending on experience

Benefits

• Free Fitness Center pass for employees who work 8 hours or more per week, along with other discounts towards Park District programs.