Group Exercise Instructor- Barre

YMCA of Greater Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Boston seeks a Group Exercise Instructor specializing in Barre to lead energizing, safe classes at Huntington YMCA. Qualified candidates hold a valid Barre certification and CPR/AED/First Aid.

You will choreograph routines, deliver high‑quality instruction, track attendance, and support members in reaching health goals while collaborating with the Center Staff team.

Qualifications

• Barre certification required.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required.
• Experience teaching Pilates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads energizing, safe, and educational group classes as directed by supervisor.
• Answers questions to support members in achieving health and well-being goals.
• Maintains knowledge of wellness trends to provide accurate information to members.
• Builds authentic relationships with members and helps them connect with the YMCA.
• Observes participant capabilities and adjusts approach to accommodate health and culture.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records and follows safety procedures.

Skills

Barre certification

CPR/AED

First Aid

Pilates teaching

Customer service

Communication

Education

Exercise Science degree

Job description

Group Exercise Instructor- Barre

Department: Center Staff

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Huntington YMCA

Reporting To: Diane Williams

Compensation: $35.00 - $45.00 / hour

Description

Position Summary:
Qualified Individuals need to possess a valid Barre certification through a recognized provider. Instructors should have a strong sense of musicality and rhythm, plus the ability to choreograph and perform their own barre routines. The chief responsibility is to ensure that students learn and perform all exercises safely. While serving as a positive role model, they must communicate effectively, delivering high quality instruction and feedback that responds to the needs and goals of the class. Instructors should also possess good customer service skills, as well as punctuality and flexibility with one's work environment or schedule. Instructors work in a group setting, leading a class through exercise routines that are performed at a ballet barre and choreographed to music. Other duties can include choreographing new or alternative routines, maintaining studio equipment, engaging members, and assisting with Health and Wellness events.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

1. Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
2. Asks and answers questions from program participants and members to support them in achieving their goals related to health and well-being.
3. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
4. Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members and program participants connect with each other and the YMCA.
5. Observes and adjusts approach to support all participants’ capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture.
6. Celebrates achievement of program participants related to program or personal goals, mastering of specific skills or overall health and well-being.
7. Keeps accurate class attendance records.
8. Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES/KNOW HOW:

• Understand the relationship of the public to the association, of staff to volunteer, and of staff to staff, and be able to effectively enhance and cultivate those relationships.
• Ability to interpret, carry out and implement into classes/programs, the mission and goals of the YMCA.
• Work as an integral member of a staff team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with adults, youth, teens, seniors and special populations.
• Current Barre certification required, degree in exercise Science or Physical Education preferred
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications
• A minimum of 1-2 years of experience teaching Pilates.