Group Exercise Instructor for Spring 2027

Cortland; City of Cortland (NY); Presencial; USD 19.000 - 27.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

SUNY Cortland is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor for Spring 2027. You will teach 2–4 group exercise classes weekly, design lessons, cue participants, and motivate groups while offering modifications for various fitness levels.

You may also sub for other instructors and lead private classes as opportunities arise. This role requires current SUNY Cortland enrollment and valid CPR/AED and First Aid certification, or a commitment to obtain certification soon after hire through Campus Recreation.

Formación

• Must be a current SUNY Cortland student.
• Experience teaching/group exercise classes is preferred but not required.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required or willingness to obtain shortly after hire.

Responsabilidades

• Teach 2–4 group exercise classes per week.
• Design lesson plans and coach/cue participants.
• Motivate participants and provide modifications for all fitness levels.
• Occasional evening or weekend meetings/workshops.

Conocimientos

Group exercise instruction

Coaching / cueing

Motivation

Physical fitness

Educación

Current SUNY Cortland student

Descripción del empleo

Group Exercise Instructor for Spring 2027

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Must hold current certification in Adult CPR/AED and First Aid or be willing to attain certification. Candidates who do not hold current certification may still be hired, but must be willing to get certified shortly after hire by attending a class held through Campus Recreation during their own time and free of charge. Prior experience teaching group exercise classes and/or group exercise certification is preferred, but not required.

Please also note: while positions may be open and posted here on jobs.cortland.edu until their listed close date, positions may be filled on a rolling basis prior to this date.

Position Information

Job Title

Group Exercise Instructor for Spring 2027

Department

Campus Recreation Office

Job Description/Duties

Candidate must be willing to teach 2-4 group exercise classes per week, including designing lesson plans, coaching/cueing and motivating participants. Must be willing to fill in as a sub for other instructors as needed and teach potential private classes to groups/clubs as they arise. Candidate must be physically fit and able to confidently lead classes and offer modifications for various fitness levels and abilities. The ability to motivate and encourage others essential. Candidate will be required to occasionally attend meetings/workshops which will take place in the evening and possibly on weekends.

Days/Hours Needed

30-60 minute classes, typically at noon or between 4 to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday

Campus Location/Bldg.

Student Life Center

Required Qualifications

• Must be a current SUNY Cortland student.
• Experience teaching and/or attending regular group exercise classes is required.
• Adult CPR / AED and First Aid Certification is required. However, candidates who do not hold current certification can still be hired, but must be willing to get certified shortly after hire by attending a class held by the Recreational Sports Department during their own time and free of charge.

Preferred Qualifications

Some type of training and/or certification is preferred.

Physical Demands

Ability to lead a class and teach/demonstrate a variety of exercises with proper form.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Must hold current certification in Adult CPR / AED and First Aid or be willing to attain certification. Candidates who do not hold current certification may still be hired, but must be willing to get certified shortly after hire by attending a class held through Campus Recreation during their own time and free of charge. Prior experience teaching group exercise classes and/or group exercise certification is preferred, but not required.

Please also note: while positions may be open and posted here on jobs.cortland.edu until their listed close date, positions may be filled on a rolling basis prior to this date.

Supplemental Questions

• * How long have you been participating in group exercise classes?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have experience teaching group exercise classes? If so, please describe.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What type of classes are you interested in teaching?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * When are you available to teach classes?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you hold current certifications in Adult CPR/AED and Basic First Aid?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Letters of Recommendation (Self-Submitted by Applicant)
• Class Schedule (Student Positions Only)
• Professional References Contact Info. ONLY (minimum of 3)

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Letters of Recommendation (Self-Submitted by Applicant)
• Class Schedule (Student Positions Only)
• Professional References Contact Info. ONLY (minimum of 3)

Salary Grade

Salary Grade B-$16.50/hr.

Posting Number

SA26042

Review Start Date

11/04/2026

Open Date

11/04/2026

Close Date

04/01/2027

Open Until Filled

No