Group Exercise Instructor & Personal Trainer (Part-time, Non-Benefited) 6 positions - Worcester State University

Worcester State University; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Worcester State University is seeking a part-time Group Exercise Instructor & Personal Trainer to lead engaging fitness classes and provide personal training on campus within the Athletics department. The role supports Wellness Center clients and emphasizes safety, inclusivity, and quality instruction.

Candidates should have current CPR/AED certification and a recognized group fitness/personal training credential. Experience in a university or community fitness setting is valued.

Qualifications

• Group fitness and personal training experience.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Nationally recognized certification (ACSM, ACE, AFAA, NETA or NASM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming, inclusive, and safe fitness experience for all participants and clients.
• Conduct group exercise classes and personal training sessions following Wellness Center protocols.
• Incorporate warm up, workout, and cool down/stretch periods.
• Monitor participant safety throughout classes and sessions.
• Prepare, set up, and break down spaces and equipment as needed.
• Report safety concerns and equipment issues promptly to supervisors.
• Adhere to Recreation & Wellness policies and expectations.

Skills

Group fitness

Personal training

CPR/AED

Customer service

Job description

Group Exercise Instructor & Personal Trainer (Part-time, Non-Benefited) 6 positions

WORCESTER STATE UNIVERSITY is a liberal arts and sciences university with a long tradition of academic excellence dating back to 1874, as well as an Affiliation/Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to reflect the diversity of its community. Our workforce is dedicated to academic quality, student-centered programming, engaged citizenship, open exchanges of ideas, diversity and inclusiveness, and civility and integrity. We are looking for job applicants who share these values and commitment to our students.

Worcester State is centrally located in Massachusetts, about an hour's drive from Boston, Springfield, and Providence, Rhode Island. Our 58-acre campus is nestled in the residential northwest side of Worcester--the second largest city in New England and home to 37,000 college students at more than a dozen colleges and universities. Over 6,000 of those students attend Worcester State--approximately 5,300 are undergraduates and 1,000 are graduate students. Learn more about us at worcester.edu/about .

Job Description:

TITLE: Group Exercise Instructor & Personal Trainer
DEPARTMENT: Athletics
SUPERVISOR: Meredith Merchant

SCHEDULE: Varies during the weekdays
General Statement of Duties:

The Group Exercise Instructor & Personal Trainer is responsible for providing professional, safe, and engaging fitness instruction and wellness support to participants and clients.

Employees in this role are expected to foster a welcoming, inclusive, service-oriented environment while promoting participant safety, well-being, and positive experiences within the Recreation & Wellness programs and facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Provide a welcoming, inclusive, and safe fitness experience for all participants and clients.
• Conduct group exercise classes and personal training sessions in accordance with Wellness Center protocols and industry standards to promote a positive participant experience.
• Incorporate an appropriate warm up, class routine/session workout, including a cool down/ stretch period.
• Utilize appropriate and professional music selections when applicable.
• Instruct and train within the scope of knowledge, certification, and expertise.
• Monitor participant and client safety throughout all classes and training sessions.
• Prepare, set up, and break down exercise spaces and equipment as needed.
• Assist with participant and client check-in procedures when applicable.
• Properly operate and maintain sound and audio equipment when applicable.
• Report all safety concerns, incidents, and equipment maintenance issues promptly to supervisors.
• Adhere to all Recreation & Wellness departmental policies, procedures, and expectations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Appropriate group fitness/personal training experience related to desired format.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Primary Group Fitness/Personal Training Certification from ACSM, ACE, AFAA, NETA or NASM preferred or other nationally recognized and accredited organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to foster a welcoming, inclusive, and participant focused environment
• Knowledge of fitness instruction principles, participant safety practices, and wellness industry standards.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Additional Information:

Worcester State University is an Aff...