Variable Hours Officer, Group Fitness Instructor

Columbia University; Morningside Heights (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbia University is seeking a Group Fitness Instructor to lead diverse fitness classes aimed at fostering wellness and fitness among students and staff. The role requires a strong background in various group exercises and certifications in CPR/AED. The instructor will work in state-of-the-art facilities and contribute to a vibrant community-focused fitness program.

Qualifications

• Must possess CPR/AED and nationally recognized fitness certifications.
• Ability to lead various group exercise formats.
• Experience with high choreography cardio formats a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead group fitness classes for multi-generational student/staff population.
• Create individualized exercise sessions.
• Stay updated with documentation and tracking for sessions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• Hours Per Week: 5-20
• Salary Range: $42.00 - $50.00 per hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

One of the world’s leading universities, Columbia University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education offers elite-level student-athletes the ability to compete for and win Ivy League titles and NCAA Championships. With 31 varsity sports, Columbia Athletics is the largest NCAA Division I athletics program in New York City and the only NCAA Division I sports program in Manhattan. A beautiful and peaceful campus in the heart of New York City, Columbia offers the most diverse student body in the Ivy League. Columbia Athletics has positioned itself with elite-level coaches and top-notch facilities in the Campbell Sports Complex, Baker Athletics Complex, the Milstein Tennis Center, and Dodge Fitness Center.

The Group Fitness Instructor assists member participants in establishing and reaching their fitness/wellness goals by developing a safe and effective class and providing guidance in proper exercise technique. Seeking highly qualified, certified instructors to lead a variety of formats, such as Pilates, sculpting, Barre, Zumba, and more. Requires current CPR/AED and nationally-recognized fitness certifications.

Responsibilities

• Communicating and scheduling with assigned clients in a timely manner.
• Devising individualized exercise sessions and conducting these sessions at the Dodge Fitness Center.
• Staying up to date with all required documentation and procedures pertaining to sessions tracking conducted sessions.
• Updating direct supervisor on status of clients upon request.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor degree and/or its equivalent required.
• Must possess the ability to lead a variety of group exercise class formats forourmulti-generational student/staff population.
• Ability to develop and lead high choreography cardio formats such as cardio dance and cardio kickboxing is a plus.
• Instructors must be prompt, reliable, and able to follow departmental procedures.
• Current CPR/AED/ First Aid are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Nationally recognized group fitness instructor certification, small group training certification, and/or personal training certification combined with group instructor experience, or certification in specific format is strongly preferred.

Flexible availability, particularly mornings, late afternoons, and/or weekends is appreciated/preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.