Wellness Instructor - Med Wellness & Recreation

University of Miami; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition remission

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Med Wellness & Recreation - Group Fitness invites temporary Wellness Instructors to join in Miami, FL. The role conducts assessments, develops training regimens, and delivers motivating fitness coaching within wellness programs.

You will lead group exercise classes (Yoga, Pilates, Dance), review health histories, ensure safety, set up equipment, and support orientations and campaigns with the membership staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in relevant specialty.
• Minimum two years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fitness and health risk assessments.
• Develop and implement structured exercise programs for members.
• Lead group exercise classes (Yoga, Pilates, Dance) and supervise sessions.
• Provide motivated fitness coaching and ensure safety in all activities.
• Maintain equipment and assist with orientations and campaigns.

Skills

Fitness assessment

Training program development

Fitness coaching

Equipment setup

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification in relevant specialty

Job description

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Med Wellness & Recreation - Group Fitness has exciting opportunities for temporary Wellness Instructors to work in Miami, FL.

The Wellness Instructor conducts assessments, develops, and implements training regimens, provides motivated fitness coaching, facilitates science-based workforce interventions, and monitors fitness areas to assist members in wellness programs and training.

Conducts fitness and health risk assessments and baseline biometric testing. Reviews health history questionnaires to assess risk factors that may require medical clearance. Compiles and manages member intervention and fitness data using relevant programs. Develops and implements structured exercise programs for members, such as personal training. Monitors participants engaged in fitness and intervention programs. Develops and presents fitness and intervention educational sessions to members. Answers members’ questions and instructs them on how to operate equipment. Ensures members are following policies and procedures in the fitness areas. Supervises fitness area and classrooms and inspects cardio, training, and functional equipment for damage, wear, loss, and improper usage. Assists wellness programs and membership staff in facilitation of orientations, educational programs, and marketing campaigns.

Department Specific Functions

Teach group exercise classes (in-person and/or virtual), including Yoga at various levels, Mat and Reformer Pilates, and Dance classes. Act as substitute as needed for other class instructors. Offer challenging and educational exercise routines to help members reach their health and fitness goals while maintaining safety and remaining within scope of practice. Achieve daily class attendance goals by developing strong relationships with current class participants and working to attract new participants. Set up equipment, test microphone, and greet members as they enter fitness room. Maintain, clean, re-rack and organize all equipment at the end of class. Attend mandatory meetings and master class sessions as required. Maintain all mandatory education certifications. Maintain constant communication with Fitness & Wellness Center administrative offices and supervisor by email, phone, in person, etc. Follow all Fitness & Wellness Center policies, procedures, and standards including existing music and video policies. Other job related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent required Certification in relevant specialty or field Minimum two years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Commitment to the University’s core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

#LI-NN1 The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Part time Employee Type: Temporary-Intermittent

The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and UHealth have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation. The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride. The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019. The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022. With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.