Temporary Employee - Group Fitness Instructor

University of Oklahoma; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma seeks a professional fitness instructor to teach, lead, and motivate groups through designed exercise classes, building positive exercise experiences.

You will plan science-based sessions for varying fitness levels, apply motivational leadership techniques, and begin training immediately after hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification within 6 months (NCCA) or LesMills format within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Teach, lead, and motivate groups through intentionally designed exercise classes.
• Plan effective, exercise science-based group sessions for different fitness levels.
• Apply motivational and leadership techniques to help participants reach fitness goals.

Skills

Train all ages

Certification within 6 months

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pay Range

Targeted pay range of $12.00 - $25.00/hr, based on experience.

Benefits Eligible

No

Work Schedule

Varies based on business needs.

Travel

May be required

Position Introduction

Using a variety of teaching and motivational techniques, this position will create a positive exercise experience. This position is a professional who teaches, leads, and motivates groups through intentionally designed exercise classes. They plan effective, exercise science-based group sessions for different fitness levels. They also possess a wealth of motivational and leadership techniques that help their classes achieve fitness goals. Instructors know the human body, the science of exercise, and how to inspire, challenge, and motivate change in the lives of the people they lead. Training will begin immediately upon hire.

Skills

• Must be able to train all ages and special populations
• Must have the ability to obtain a certification accredited through the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) within 6 months or obtain certification in an approved LesMills format within 6 months

Working Conditions

• Regular exposure to disagreeable conditions, extreme temperature changes, odors, and hazardous chemicals
• Lifting and carrying loads up to 50 pounds
• Excessive use of arms in a back-and-forth motion, stooping and bending
• Prolonged standing and walking
• May have constant exposure to loud noises

Required Attachments

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• If certification has been obtained, please attach copy to application

Required Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent

Department Preferences

• Group Fitness Instructors currently certified through a NCCA accredited organization such as such as NETA, ACE, AFAA, ACSM, or NSCA
• LesMills certification, particularly BodyPump or Ceremony Hyrox

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check

Yes