Group Fitness Instructor Part-Time (Continuous Recruitment)

Richland Community College; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Richland Community College is seeking a part-time Group Fitness Instructor in Decatur, Illinois. The instructor will lead fitness classes for various age groups, design courses based on expertise, and maintain current certifications. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience in fitness instruction and possess a current First Aid, CPR, AED certification. The role requires strong communication and motivational skills while being sensitive to diversity among students and staff.

Qualifications

• Current First Aid, CPR, AED certificate is required.
• Up to date certification of completion or enrollment in a relevant class is needed.
• Approved certification in the area of expertise is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of patrons and design the course based on expertise.
• Keep track of class participants and grow the practice.
• Maintain current certification and stay abreast of new trends.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Communication skills

Motivation techniques

Education

Current First Aid, CPR, AED certification

Approved certification in fitness specialty

Job description

Group Fitness Instructor Part-Time (Continuous Recruitment)

Non-Discrimination Statement

Richland Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs.

Job Description

The instructor will lead a group of patrons ranging in age from 18 years old and up. The instructor will design the course to reflect their area of expertise and be in accordance to their certification. The instructor will keep track of class participants and also assist in growing the practice. The instructor must maintain current certification and stay abreast of new developments and trends within their practice. Must work cooperatively with students, staff, and community members and be sensitive and respectful to issues of student and staff diversity.

Required Qualifications

A current Frist Aid, CPR, AED certificate is required. Must present an up to date certification of completion or of upcoming enrollment in a Frist Aid, CPR, AED certified class. An approved certification in the area of expertise in which they are instructing is necessary to be considered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Have at least one year of fitness instruction in a group setting.
• Knowledge of training principles for people of various ages and fitness abilities; ability to communicate, educate, and motivate the individuals, provide guidance of safe methods of exercise training.

Physical Demands

Ability to instruct up to 60 minutes at a time; possibly multiple times per day.

Salary

$18 - $20 an hour