Senior Fitness Instructor - Per Diem

The National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS); Pikesville (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem (as needed)

Job summary

The National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) in Pikesville, MD is seeking a Health Fitness Specialist Substitute. This per diem role supports senior living residents by assisting in fitness programming and day-to-day facility operations under the Fitness Manager’s direction.

Responsibilities include teaching group exercise, supervising the fitness center, and providing wellness guidance. Requires CPR/AED/First Aid and ACSM certifications; aquatic experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in a health-related field preferred or working toward degree.
• Relevant work experience and training required; experience with older adult clientele preferred.
• Ability to teach basic balance, chair exercise and muscle conditioning group fitness classes; aquatic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teachs group exercise classes onsite; provide activities for various fitness levels; adhere to safety guidelines.
• Supervise fitness center and answer member questions related to health, fitness, and wellbeing.
• Assess health status of members to tailor exercise prescriptions and wellness recommendations.
• Establish ongoing positive rapport with members.
• Cross-train to learn responsibilities of other staff onsite.
• Partner with staff to help clean equipment and facility areas as needed.
• Demonstrate work ethic, customer care, and attention to detail.

Job description

The National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) in Pikesville, MD is seeking a Health Fitness Specialist Substitute. This per diem role supports senior living residents by assisting in fitness programming and day-to-day facility operations under the Fitness Manager’s direction.

Responsibilities include teaching group exercise, supervising the fitness center, and providing wellness guidance. Requires CPR/AED/First Aid and ACSM certifications; aquatic experience is a plus.