Group Exercise Instructor

Society for Conservation Biology; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Katz JCC seeks a dedicated Group Fitness Instructor responsible for providing engaging exercise instruction and ensuring safety and professionalism in classes. Candidates must possess current certifications and have experience in group fitness. The role requires early morning and weekend availability and an emphasis on customer service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience as Group Fitness Instructor.
• Current certifications in relevant classes (Zumba, Body Pump, etc.).
• Ongoing continuing education credits required.

Responsibilities

• Provide group fitness instruction enthusiastically and professionally.
• Maintain communication with members and report issues.
• Be punctual and record participants for each class.

Skills

Customer Service

Group Exercise Instruction

Safety Procedures

Education

Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Group Exercise Certification (ACE, AFAA, etc.)

Job description

Job Description

Katz JCC group fitness instructors are responsible for providing personalized attention and professional group exercise instruction by monitoring all members during each fitness class. Each instructor must possess the necessary qualifications and experience to teach and demonstrate proper technique and form for each class.

Hours: Early mornings hours 4:45AM - 8:30AM and weekends.

Job Responsibilities:

• Be punctual, beginning and ending all classes on time.
• Provide group fitness instruction in a safe, enthusiastic, and professional manner.
• Maintain ongoing communication with members, demonstrating a high level of customer service.
• Maintain current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification.
• Maintain current group exercise certification relevant to the class being instructed.
• Create a safe and well-rounded environment for all participants in the Group Exercise Studios.
• Work well with other JCC staff members as part of the Group Exercise Team to serve members effectively.
• Arrange for substitute instructors for your scheduled classes as needed.
• Participate in scheduled staff meetings, training, and development, including assisting with special events or programs (e.g., Zumbathon, Spinathon, Yogathon).
• Understand and be able to implement emergency procedures such as evacuation and fire alarms.
• Report unclean conditions, safety hazards, and equipment malfunctions.
• Be knowledgeable about our agency and respond appropriately with accurate information. Promote all activities, events, and programs enthusiastically before each class.
• Sign in via hand scan and sign-in sheet for every class; record the number of participants.
• Avoid inappropriate conversations and foul language.
• Report studio matters to the Assistant Fitness Director/Group Exercise Coordinator.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on departmental needs.

Required Experience:

• At least 6 months of prior experience as a Group Fitness Instructor.
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification.
• Current certifications such as ACE, AFAA, AAAI, Zumba, Body Pump, or Schwinn Spin, along with relevant continuing education credits.