Group Exercise Instructor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free Fitness Center pass

Discounts on Park District programs

Job summary

Buffalo Grove Park District is seeking energetic Group Exercise Instructors to lead a variety of classes at the Fitness Center. Applicants should have ACE/AFAA/AEA certification and CPR, plus a minimum of two years teaching experience.

We welcome Aqua Fitness, Barre, Senior Fitness/Active Aging, Cycle, and other formats like strength, cardio, yoga, Pilates, dance, HIIT, and more. Salary is $27+ per class, with discounts on programs and a free fitness center pass.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current Group Exercise Instructor Certification from ACE, AFFA, or AEA.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead high quality classes that match the class description and meet members’ needs.
• Find a substitute if unable to teach a scheduled class; be willing and available to sub for other instructors when needed.
• Attend department meetings, read and respond to all e‑mail communications in a timely manner.
• Arrive early to set up equipment and room, check in participants, and clean up afterwards.
• Establish relationships with participants to build class participation and maintain a minimum average of eight participants per class.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Aqua Fitness

Barre

Senior Fitness / Active Aging

Cycle

Strength

Cardio

Yoga

Pilates

Dance

HIIT

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Group Exercise Instructor Certification (ACE AFFA AEA)

CPR Certification

Minimum 2 years teaching experience

Job description

Overview

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 maintain a positive working attitude with other instructors, staff and members.

Preferred Training

We are especially seeking instructors with experience in Aqua Fitness, Barre, Senior Fitness / Active Aging, 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. Program, deliver, and adapt based on the participants.
2. Find a substitute if unable to teach a scheduled class; be willing and available to sub for other instructors when needed.
3. Attend department meetings, read and respond to all e‑mail communications in a timely manner.
4. Arrive early to set up equipment and room, check in participants, and clean up afterwards.
5. Establish relationships with participants to build class participation and maintain a minimum average of eight participants per class.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current Group Exercise Instructor Certification from ACE, AFFA, or AEA.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience.

Salary Rate

$27+ per class, depending on experience.

Benefits

Free Fitness Center pass for employees who work eight hours or more per week, plus other discounts toward Park District programs.