Group Fitness Instructor (58009)

City of Wentzville, Missouri; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 33,062 - 37,195; Part time

Job summary

The City of Wentzville, Missouri, is seeking a Group Fitness Instructor to conduct group fitness classes at the Wentzville Rec Center. This contractor position emphasizes a safe, positive, and fun environment for participants. Instructors must hold an accredited fitness certification and have reliable availability for morning, night, and weekend classes.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and be able to demonstrate and instruct movements effectively. Responsibilities include ensuring participant safety and maintaining organization before and after classes.

Qualifications

• One year of fitness instruction desired.
• Knowledge of basic body functions and movement.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot audio equipment.

Responsibilities

• Instruct fitness classes by demonstrating movements.
• Monitor participant safety and adjust instruction.
• Deliver excellent customer service to participants.

Skills

Fitness instruction

CPR Certification

Effective communication

Education

Up-to-date, nationally accredited fitness certification

Minimum 18 years of age

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Wentzville Rec Center (WREC) - Wentzville, MO 63385

Position Type: Contractor

Salary Range: $24.00 - $27.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Athletics & Fitness

The Group Fitness Instructor is responsible for instructing group fitness classes that enhance participants overall fitness while maintaining a safe, positive, and fun environment. Additionally, the Group Fitness Instructor will provide fitness challenges that will attain and retain participant enrollment. Classes meet either once or twice a week, and we offer morning, night and weekend classes.

We are looking for instructors specifically for Senior Fitness, Strength/Bootcamp and Aquatic Fitness formats. However, if you offer something else, we would love to know! Instructors must hold an up-to-date, nationally accredited certification for the class they intend to teach. For more information, please contact Xander Garcia at [e-mail] or at [phone].

This is an independent contractor position and is not considered an employee of the City of Wentzville. Contractors will receive a 1099 for work performed and are not eligible to participate in the City of Wentzville's benefits programs.

Qualifications Essential & Ancillary Job Duties

• Instruct fitness classes by demonstrating movements and coaching modifications as needed for individual participants
• Monitor participant safety and adjust verbal instruction as needed to maintain a safe environment
• Ability to speak clearly and effectively before large groups when teaching and demonstrating techniques
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot audio equipment
• Complete attendance reports and instructor sign‑in logs consistently
• Arrive on time for contracted work; punctuality and reliability is a must
• Deliver excellent customer service to participants
• Clean and organize after each class
• Develop positive relationships and rapport with class participants
• Send notifications or updates to the enrolled participants of the classes you teach through phone, email, or text
• Meet minimum enrollment requirements to run the program
• Maintain current certification(s)
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications & Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Minimum 18 years of age
• One year of fitness instruction desired
• Up‑to‑date, nationally accredited fitness or personal training certification required
• Current CPR Certification required
• Knowledge of basic body functions and movement
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Work Environment & Physical Abilities

• Indoor work environment
• May be exposed to moderate noise levels
• Work may require frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending, and lifting and carrying up to 45 pounds
• Must be able to speak and hear clearly
• Must be able to move frequently