Kids Instructor

Life Time Inc.; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading fitness organization in Cary, North Carolina is seeking a Kids Instructor to deliver engaging programming for children aged 3 to 11. The Kids Instructor will be responsible for planning and conducting educational and fitness activities in a safe environment, fostering children's development, and maintaining records of participation. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, customer service experience, and a commitment to safety. This role is crucial for creating a dynamic and inclusive environment for young participants.

Qualifications

• Completion of all Kids On-Demand Required Learnings prior to the first day of work.
• First Aid certification and CPR/AED certification required within the first 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Organize, instruct, and implement safe and fun activities for children.
• Maintain records of children's attendance and development.
• Ensure a safe environment and engage with children effectively.
• Maintains records of children’s attendance, development, and incidents.
• Monitors and interacts with children to maintain a safe environment.
• Uses positive behavior management techniques and communicates with parents and team members.
• Promotes all Junior programming to increase participation.
• Maintains the Kids Academy and other areas by cleaning and restocking.
• Handles incidents and emergencies calmly and professionally.

Skills

Customer service

Strong communication skills

Engaging children

Safety awareness

Education

Less than a High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Kids Instructor provides best-in-class, educational/fitness-minded programming for our children. They organize, instruct and implement safe, fun and entertaining activities and games for children between the ages of three months to 11 years in the Kids Academy. Kids Instructors may also host parties and other events.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Greets, acknowledges, and interacts with members and guests in a friendly and professional manner
• Fosters children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development by instructing organized activities in accordance with the Kids Academy Schedule
• Prepares and sets up for class and transfers kids to and from programming
• Maintains records of children’s attendance, development, and incidents.
• Monitors and interacts with children to maintain a safe and healthy environment with respect to the toys, sports equipment, other children, and surroundings
• Utilizes positive behavior management techniques and communicates clearly with parents and team members
• Promotes all Junior programming to increase participation in all Kids & Aquatics programming
• Maintains the Kids Academy and other program areas by following the cleaning checklist and performing assigned tasks. Restocks supplies after each class
• Handles incidents and emergencies in a calm and professional manner

Position Requirements

• Less than a High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of all Kids On-Demand Required Learnings prior to first day of work
• First Aid certification, Infant/Child and Adult CPR/AED certification required within the first 60 days of hire

Preferred Requirements

• 6+ months of teaching children ages 3 – 11 in similar programs or activities
• Ability to engage a group of children in an activity
• Customer service and strong communication skills

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.