Senior Personal Trainer – Healthy Living Coach

YMCA of Greater Seattle; SeaTac (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Membership to YMCA of Greater Seattle

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

Retirement with employer contributions

Mental health resources

Paid time off

Discounts on programs

Full-time staff benefits

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Seattle is seeking on-site instructors to design and lead wellness classes, motivate members, and foster engagement in Total Health programs. The role emphasizes safety, equipment management, and supportive coaching to promote healthy living.

Required are 2+ years of teaching experience, high school diploma, and recognized trainer certifications including CPR/First Aid. This full-time on-site position offers YMCA membership and robust benefits within a diverse, equity-focused

Qualifications

• Two or more years experience teaching or practicing in specialized area.
• Ability to lead a class or provide individual service.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
• Ability to motivate and educate members.
• Ability to set up, move and store equipment.
• Personal Trainer certification from a recognized body (YMCA Fitness Specialist, ACSM, ACE, NSCA).
• Current state approved first aid and CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plans and instructs classes or programs in a specialty area.
• Observes and discusses individual progress with participants.
• Develops positive relationships with participants and facilitates relationship building among participants and members.
• Provides motivational support and guidance.
• Increases participant awareness of all healthy lifestyle factors.
• Encourages member and parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required.
• Sets up and takes down class equipment.
• Ensures safe and effective classes and reports incidents.
• Tracks and maintains related records for Total Health participants.

Skills

Motivational coaching

Class instruction

Safety & emergency response

Equipment setup

Member engagement

Education

Two or more years experience teaching or practicing in specialized area

High school education or equivalent

Personal Trainer certification

First aid certification

CPR certification

Job description

YMCA of Greater Seattle is seeking on-site instructors to design and lead wellness classes, motivate members, and foster engagement in Total Health programs. The role emphasizes safety, equipment management, and supportive coaching to promote healthy living.

Required are 2+ years of teaching experience, high school diploma, and recognized trainer certifications including CPR/First Aid. This full-time on-site position offers YMCA membership and robust benefits within a diverse, equity-focused