Temporary CFC Personal Trainer

Zymtronix Catalytic Systems Inc; City of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

Cornell University is seeking Temporary Physical Education & Athletics staff to support the Cornell Fitness Centers. The role focuses on engaging students with fitness consultations, designing exercise programs, and leading group or individual sessions in on-site campuses.

Qualified applicants hold CPR/AED and First Aid, current national Personal Trainer certification, and prior PT experience. You will help foster inclusive belonging, safety, and high-quality student wellness services across

Qualifications

• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification (grace period allowed).
• Nationally recognized & accredited Personal Trainer Certification that is current.

Responsibilities

• Provide fitness consultations to students one-on-one.
• Design exercise programs tailored to individuals.
• Lead workouts and fitness sessions in Cornell Fitness Centers.
• Support a culture of belonging and safe, inclusive fitness environments.

Skills

CPR/AED

First Aid

Personal Trainer Certification

Experience as Personal Trainer

Inclusion & Belonging

Job description

Student and Campus Life (SCL) inspires transformation in all Cornell students on their journey of individual, academic and personal evolution. Our division is comprised of leading student affairs experts who support our campus on pressing student life matters including public service, health, wellbeing, connection and belonging, residential living, food services, sports, recreation, career services, and student activities and organizations including sorority and fraternity life. We provide support and services to roughly 25,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students on multiple campuses in the U.S. and abroad.

Cornell University is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Ivy League. The university fields teams in 37 intercollegiate sports and provides a comprehensive physical education program. The university is committed to excellence in academics and athletics, gender equity and diversity in its programs, and a well-balanced, broad-based intercollegiate athletics program. Athletics and Physical Education offers a diverse program of physical and outdoor education, recreational services, intramural sports and intercollegiate athletic competition, plus Wellness programs for faculty and staff, fitness centers and fitness classes for the entire Cornell community.

The Cornell Fitness Centers (CFC) is a dynamic campus partner within the Cornell Community with a focus on fostering student physical and mental well-being through movement-based activity. We strive to provide opportunities in an inclusive environment for all students and to encourage a sustainable healthy lifestyle.

Temporary CFC Personal Trainers are service-oriented staff who help students to engage in healthy physical activity during their time at Cornell. This position interacts with students one on one within our fitness centers to provide them with fitness consultations, design exercise programs, instruct them about exercise recommendations, and lead them through workout sessions. The duties may also include shifts in the fitness centers, helping general members with their workouts, answering questions regarding exercise, and/or delivering instructional special event programs.

*Pay rate: $20.00-24.00/hour (based on experience)

*Must complete training within one month of hire*

Success Factors:

• Ability to be friendly, welcoming, and provide good customer service.
• Demonstrate a willingness to continue to develop Personal Training skills by seeking ongoing learning opportunities.
• Ability and willingness to train a wide variety of clientele.
• Ability to listen to other people and communicate effectively.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Required Qualifications:

• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification (a short grace period is allowed to acquire first aid certification).
• Nationally recognized & accredited Personal Trainer Certification (e.g., NSCA, ACSM, ACE, NASM, ISSA, etc.) that is maintained and current.
• Previous experience working as a Personal Trainer (newly certified individuals are encouraged to apply).
• Experience modeling values that support inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing.

University Job Title: Temporary PE & Athletics Professional - SP

Job Family: Temporary Athletics & Physical Education

Level: No Grade - Hourly

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Pay Range: Refer to Posting Language

Remote Option Availability: Onsite

Contact Name: Bri Muscente

Contact Email: [e-mail]

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• Prior relevant work or industry experience
• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position
• Unique applicable skills
• Academic Discipline

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Cornellwelcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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2026-07-30

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Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. With our main campus located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

We offer a rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of personal life, including: employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave, flexible work options.