Silver Sneakers Group Fitness Instructor - Part-Time

Downers Grove Park District; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free 4500 Fitness membership

District discounts

Job summary

Downers Grove Park District in Downers Grove, IL, seeks a Group Fitness Instructor to lead Silver Sneakers classes, with focus on aerobic activity, strength, flexibility, and balance for older adults. This part-time Class II role requires weekday mornings and weekend availability, offering flexible scheduling to serve our diverse members.

You will demonstrate exercises, provide modifications, keep attendance, and ensure equipment is properly stored.

Qualifications

• CPR/AED/First Aid certification is required within one month of employment.
• Must hold Silver Sneakers certification or obtain on hire.
• Proven experience leading group fitness classes across disciplines.
• Knowledge of basic nutrition and wellbeing of mind/body.
• Experience teaching exercise equipment usage.
• Excellent teaching skills and engaging communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with participants.

Responsibilities

• Lead Silver Sneakers classes focused on aerobic activity and strength.
• Demonstrate exercises clearly and offer safe modifications.
• Create an inclusive, welcoming class environment.
• Maintain accurate class attendance records.
• Ensure equipment is returned and studio is prepared for next class.
• Arrange substitutes when unable to teach scheduled classes.
• Be punctual and flexible to cover additional classes as needed.
• Answer participant questions to support fitness goals.
• Stay current with fitness certifications and trends.
• Participate in required department meetings and trainings.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Silver Sneakers certification

CPR/AED/First Aid

Demonstrating exercises

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Job description

Downers Grove Park District in Downers Grove, IL, seeks a Group Fitness Instructor to lead Silver Sneakers classes, with focus on aerobic activity, strength, flexibility, and balance for older adults. This part-time Class II role requires weekday mornings and weekend availability, offering flexible scheduling to serve our diverse members.

You will demonstrate exercises, provide modifications, keep attendance, and ensure equipment is properly stored.