Recreation Leader V - Group Fitness Instructor

City-of-Goodyear,-A; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Goodyear Recreation Campus is seeking part-time Group Fitness Instructors to guide participants toward improved wellbeing. Ideal candidates hold current certifications for the class formats offered (Strength-Based, Pilates, Yoga/Chair Yoga, Tai Chi, Line Dancing) and can teach morning, daytime, evening shifts and weekends.

The role emphasizes customer service, clear communication, teamwork, and a positive, friendly demeanor.

Qualifications

• Must hold current certifications for the class formats hired.
• Ability to instruct with proficiency across formats.
• Experience leading groups with different fitness abilities.
• One-year experience teaching group fitness preferred.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required.
• Reliable and punctual attendance is expected.

Responsibilities

• Instruct group fitness classes and develop class content appropriate to the class description and level.
• Monitor participants for proper technique and safety; ensure equipment is used correctly.
• Prepare for each class with music and equipment, and monitor participant attire.
• Provide a safe and engaging class environment.
• Attend trainings and meetings to ensure quality operations.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Customer service

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Adaptability

Education

Group Fitness Certification

CPR/AED Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

Become a motivating force in our fitness community as a Fitness Instructor, guiding participants towards improved wellbeing.
The City of Goodyear is seeking highly motivated individuals to work as Group Fitness Instructors at the Goodyear Recreation Campus. This is a part-time position, and the ideal candidate will possess good customer service, strong communication skills, be positive, friendly and able to teach high-quality group fitness classes.
We are currently seeking certified personal trainers or group fitness instructors with certification(s) in the following formats:

• Strength-Based Group Classes
• Pilates
• Yoga/Chair Yoga
• Tai Chi
• Line Dancing
• Morning, Daytime, Evening, Weekends
• Subbing for all formats

At the City of Goodyear, you will be a part of an organization that values employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals that will be challenged to learn and grow in an environment that values employee development and career-building. You will thrive in a culture of innovation. We believe that successful employees are those that possess six core values:

Integrity - Initiative - Empathy - Optimism - Innovation – Adaptability
Examination Process All qualified applicants who meet the City of Goodyear’s requirements will be invited to move on to the examination process, which includes an interview and class demonstration.

Essential Functions

• Monitor participants and their ability to ensure proper use of equipment and technique
• Instruct group fitness classes by developing class content appropriate to the class description and level
• Ensure effective preparation for each class music and equipment Monitor proper clothing/shoes of participants
• Provide a safe and fun class environment
• Attend all trainings and meetings to ensure quality operations
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, be out-going, and enjoy building relationships with a variety of people
• Provide information and answer questions about available programs
• Enforce all rules that pertain to group fitness on a constant basis
• Observe all safety rules and regulations

Requirements

• Must possess and maintain current certifications for the specific class format hired to teach
• Must have the ability to instruct with proficiency
• Experience leading various groups of people with different fitness abilities
• One-year experience teaching group fitness classes preferred
• Current state approved CPR/AED and First Aid Certification
• Consistently meet participation requirements
• Must teach approved number of classes per month or more