Personal Trainer - Limited Term Employment

University of Wisconsin-Madison - Student jobs; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange Shoe Personal Fitness is seeking a motivated Personal Trainer for a limited term opportunity in Madison, WI. Join a dynamic team to support clients during a specific maternity leave, with flexibility in hours and an emphasis on quality training. Ideal candidates demonstrate passion and skill in health and fitness, with a foundation in kinesiology or related studies.

Benefits

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance (shirts and shoes provided)

Major holidays off

Qualifications

• Experience as a personal trainer or related field required.
• Ability to build relationships quickly with clients.
• Must lift 45lbs and demonstrate exercise programs.

Responsibilities

• Train clients while covering for the maternity leave of the current trainer.
• Develop individualized fitness programs for clients.
• Provide excellent customer service and support.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Dedication to Fitness

Education

Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

Associates Degree in Kinesiology or Exercise Science

Job description

Department Overview:

We serve a diverse group of clients in small group, partner and individual personal training. We focus on developing individualized programs with an emphasis on quality movement and health for the lifespan.

Anticipated Start Date

8/1/25

Anticipated End Date

11/30/25

Anticipated Hours Per Week

18

Schedule:

July/August: very flexible with 20-30 hours total

September, October, November: must have availability during some or most of the following times

• Mondays 5am-1pm
• Tuesdays 5am-1pm
• Thursdays 5am-1pm
• ((Fridays 5am-2pm-- this day has some coverage secured))
• There is some flexibility within the days to shorten to something like 5am-10am.
• One Saturaday per month (7am-12pm)

Salary/Wage Range:

Hourly $23.00 to $25.00

Number Of Positions

2

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Orange Shoe Personal Fitness in Madison, WI is immediately seeking an experienced Personal Trainer to join our team for a limited term employment opportunity!

Put your passion and dedication for health & fitness and helping & teaching others to work! We are seeking a motivated, fun, driven and goal-oriented individual to join our team.

Limited Term Employment Opportunity - join an established team & respected business to train clients immediately:

Starting compensation: $23/hour + bonus

Details: A team member at Orange Shoe - UNIVERSITY AVE will be going on maternity leave at the end of August/beginning of September (due date is September 5). She currently trains a full time schedule and plans to take 12 weeks of leave before fully returning to work. We are looking to find one (or several individuals) that would be interested in coming on board for limited term employment to take excellent care of her clients while she is on leave. (Of course, this also builds a relationship with Orange Shoe and clients so if you are a great fit, we'd be open to exploring opportunities to keep you on board longer term beyond this maternity coverage). In an ideal scenario, the individual(s) that will be stepping in will shadow/team train WITH our current trainer in July and/or August for approximately 20-30 hours total to learn and develop a relationship with clients prior to the trainer's maternity leave and allow the trainer stepping in to be ready and comfortable to work with clients on a moment's notice. You will receive excellent orientation and support from our team to help you transition into this role.

Limited Term Employment Additional Benefits: Continuing education allowance, uniform allowance (orange shoe shirts and new shoes provided), major holidays off.

MUST BE AVAILABLE EARLY MORNINGS starting at 5am.

Contact: If interested, please email your resume to Lauren at [e-mail]. Learn more about our organization at www.orangeshoe.com.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a personal trainer or related field/experience, Ability to train all fitness levels
• Ability to build relationships and rapport quickly with clients and team members, excellent communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated passion for health and fitness, passion for coaching, teaching and helping others
• Must hold CPT (or similar certification) and associates degree (or higher education) in kinesiology, exercise science or related field, other education or work experience will be considered if the candidate demonstrates a clear dedication to a career in fitness

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift 45lbs and remain on feet for long periods of time. Must be able to safely and properly demonstrate exercise and movement programs.

Application Instructions:

Email cover letter and resume to Lauren at [e-mail].

Contact:

Org: Orange Shoe Personal Fitness - University Ave
Contact: Lauren Birkel
Web: www.orangeshoe.com
Email: [e-mail]