Group Fitness Instructor (Part-Time)

NKU Graduate Education; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

NKU Graduate Education invites applications for a part-time Group Fitness Instructor role. This position involves leading fitness classes, ensuring participant safety, and providing an encouraging environment for achieving fitness goals. The ideal candidate will maintain certifications and demonstrate strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• National Certification such as AFAA, ACE, or Zumba is required.
• Punctual and professional demeanor is necessary.
• Ability to maintain fitness level required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Norse Fitness classes effectively and safely.
• Provide motivational support to participants.
• Develop engaging group exercise classes.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Fitness instruction

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CPR/AED Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

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Position Information

Working Title Group Fitness Instructor (Part-Time) Department Campus Recreation Compensation Title Group Fitness Instructor (Part-Time) Position Number 30014153 Position Status Temporary Work Schedule

Flexible

Hours per Week 5-10 Months per Year 12 Purpose of Position

To instruct Norse Fitness classes in a fun, safe and effective manner. Provide an encouraging and motivating atmosphere while helping participants achieve their fitness goals. Retain participants by building relationships while providing excellent customer service.

Primary Responsibilities

• Represent the Department of Campus Recreation as a Group Fitness Instructor for the Fitness Program in a positive and responsible manner.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Develop safe and effective group exercise classes based on given format.
• Keep all certifications up to date through continuing education etc.
• Educate participants about the fitness benefits of each exercise within the class.
• Attend ALL mandatory trainings/meetings.
• Teach accident prevention and proper techniques within given format.
• Clear communication is a must.
  
  

Qualifications

• General:
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Ability to work independently without constant supervision.
• Must be friendly and customer service oriented.
• Must be punctual and professional at all times.
• Ability to teach at a variety of times.
• Ability to attend all in-service trainings and meetings.
• Must have a National Certification such as AFAA- Primary Group Fitness, ACE – Group Fitness Instructor, Zumba, etc.
• Skill:
• CPR/AED, and First Aid certification or the ability to obtain.
• Physical:
• To maintain fitness level required to be a group fitness instructor.
• Attend and perform successfully at ALL in-service meetings/trainings.
  
  

This Position Does Not Include Benefits.

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Minimum Education High School Diploma Preferred Education Some College Minimum Experience Less than 1 year Salary $11.00 - $16.00 / hour Pay Grade

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number 2020S1266 Job Open Date 06/24/2025 Job Close Date Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/9696 Is this an internal only posting?

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Higher Education

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