Instructors-Grp Exercise - Pilates

Mystic Valley YMCA; Malden (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Mystic Valley YMCA in Malden, MA is seeking a part-time Group Fitness Instructor to lead safe and energetic classes for participants of varying fitness levels. You will create an inclusive, supportive environment and adapt sessions to meet health, ability, and cultural needs.

The role requires CPR, First Aid, AED, and a recognized group fitness certification, with at least one year of teaching experience preferred.

Qualifications

• CPR, First Aid and AED certifications are required.
• National group fitness certification (ACE, NASM, NETA, AFAA) or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise.
• At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads energizing, safe, and educational group classes as directed by the supervisor.
• Answers questions from participants to support health and well-being goals.
• Maintains knowledge of wellness trends to provide effective information to members.
• Builds authentic relationships with members and connects them to the YMCA.
• Observes and adjusts classes for varied health, ability and culture.
• Celebrates participant achievements and progress.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records.
• Follows YMCA policies and responds to emergencies.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

AED

Group fitness certification

Experience teaching group wellness

Job description

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Part Time Malden, MA, US

Salary Range: $26.00 To $32.00 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes people of all skill and fitness levels. Effectively builds community within the class. Modifies class as needed to meet varied health, ability and cultural needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Asks and answers questions from program participants and members to support them in achieving their goals related to health and well-being.
• Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members and program participants connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Observes and adjusts approach to support all participants’ capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture.
• Celebrates achievement of program participants related to program or personal goals, mastering of specific skills or overall health and well-being.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED, national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification.
• Certification in areas of expertise.
• At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to conduct classes and activities.
• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.