Specialty Group Exercise Instructor - O'Fallon IL YMCA

Gateway Region YMCA; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Savings

Retirement fund after 1000 hours

Tuition discount at university

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

Gateway Region YMCA in O’Fallon, IL is seeking a part-time Wellness Class Instructor to lead group fitness sessions, demonstrate safe technique, and adapt workouts for all abilities. The role emphasizes safety, motivation, and clear instruction in a welcoming YMCA setting.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, 1+ year experience as a participant/leader/instructor, and certification. Benefits include a 403(b) plan, retirement fund after 1,000 hours, a tuition discount, and a free YMCA

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• One or more years’ experience as a class participant, leader, instructor, or equivalent.
• Certification through specialty format required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates commitment to continuing education and attends required meetings.
• Explains goals of aerobics, how to take a pulse and determine target heart rate range.
• Demonstrates safe and effective exercise technique and modifies for participants with limitations.
• Assess levels of fitness and direct students to appropriate classes.
• Set up equipment and maintain cleanliness of the wellness area.
• Secure substitutes if instructor cannot attend scheduled class times.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Instructor certification

Job description

• Location 284 North 7 Hills Road,O'Fallon, IL, 62269,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 - $20.00 / Hour
• Job Category Part Time
• Industry Health and Wellness
• Employee Type Part Time
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

Description

• Demonstrates a commitment to continuing education: takes courses to expand knowledge base and practical skill.
• Attends all required meetings as directed by their supervisor.
• Screens students carefully for risk factors, and any health problem or medical limitation that would prevent them from participating.
• Gives pre-class instructions; explains goals of aerobics, how to take a pulse and determine target heart rate range.
• Is competent at demonstrating safe and effective exercise technique. Can modify exercises for those with low-back discomfort or musculoskeletal problems, as well as pregnant, de-conditioned or overweight individuals.
• Assess levels of fitness and directs students to appropriate classes, beginning through advance.
• Is conscientious of how the environment is affecting the class; ensures everyone is wearing appropriate footwear and permeable clothing. Is aware of ventilation and temperature. Insists on safe flooring for impact aerobics, Plays music at a level that motivates but doesn’t over power cues
• Maintains visual contact, monitors each individual’s level of fatigue and looks for signs of overexertion.
• Guides students skillfully through transitions with easily understood cues.
• Encourages students to progress when appropriate; applies principles of overload and rest.
• Set up equipment and stores it securely after class and maintains the cleanliness of the wellness area.
• Responsible for securing own subs if instructor cannot attend scheduled class times.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.

Requirements

• 18 years or Older
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One or more years’ experience as a class participant, leader, instructor, or equivalent
• Certification through specialty format required

Full Compensation Package (when applicable):

• 403(b) Retirement Savings
• Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after completing 1,000 hours of service during any two 12-month period.
• 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
• Free individual membership to YMCA nationwide