Seasonal Group Fitness Instructor

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Riverdale Park (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

Sick leave benefits

Credit union

Job summary

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, invites applications for Group Fitness Instructors in the Health and Wellness Team. Instructors will lead Mind and Body, Fitness, and Dance classes at various sites across northern and southern Prince George’s County.

Position is seasonal/part-time with no benefits; requires CPR/First Aid/AED, 18+, reliable transportation, and ability to demonstrate a class within 15 minutes to

Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Valid CPR/First Aid/AED certification or complete CPR/First Aid/AED training within the first 6 months of hire.
• Possess a combination of education, experience, and certifications relevant to the instructional field.
• Have access to reliable transportation.
• Interview and complete a class demonstration within a 15-minute time frame with a Health and Wellness Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Set up and facilitate as the lead of a formatted class with varying skill levels dealing with overall fitness performance.
• Provide exceptional customer service to class patrons.

Job description

Teach What You Love! The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, has openings for

Teach What You Love! The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, has openings for Group Fitness Instructors on the Special Programs Division (SPD), Health and Wellness Team.

• Mind and Body (Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates, etc.)


• Fitness (Strength Training, Boot Camp, etc.)


• Dance (Zumba, Line Dance, etc.)

About The Program

The Health and Wellness Team develops and implements health and wellness programs and initiatives to create healthier communities. Our programs seek to be culturally competent and diverse, promote a healthy lifestyle for residents and connect residents to parks, through programs, initiatives and outreach events. Instructors will teach classes for programs such as Fitness in the Parks, Yoga in the Parks, the Get Fit Mobile unit, and the evidence-based programs Fit & Strong and Walk With Ease.

Work Location

Instructor and trainer positions are located in the northern and southern areas of Prince George’s County.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Ability to set up and facilitate as the lead of a formatted class with varying skill levels dealing with overall fitness performance.


• Provide exceptional customer service to class patrons.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age or older.


• Possess a valid CPR/First Aid/AED certification or complete CPR/First Aid/AED training within the first 6 months of hire.


• Possess a combination of education, experience, and certifications relevant to the instructional field.


• Have access to reliable transportation.


• Interview and complete a class demonstration within a 15-minute time frame with a Health and Wellness Specialist.

Supplemental Information

• Employment is contingent upon a favorable background check


• This position is seasonal/part-time and does not include a benefits package

May be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Work Hours

• Work schedules may include a variety of shifts including evenings and weekends.

Work Conditions/Environment

• Indoor and outdoor working environment.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411. (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2026 Benefit Summary For Seasonal Intermittent Employees

The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.

Limited Benefits For Seasonal Employees

Health Insurance Plans

• Medical


• Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan


• UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)


• Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan

Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.

Other Benefits

• Credit Union


• Sick Leave Benefits