Work Well Instructor

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Dakota is seeking part-time Work Well Instructors to lead group exercise sessions designed to reduce stress and improve mobility. Classes run mornings to afternoons with some evening hours, and most work is on campus with no remote option.

You will educate members on fitness, ensure safety, and support program participation while adhering to PPE and sanitation guidelines. UND students may apply.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of group exercise movements and proper technique.
• Effective coaching skills with knowledge in exercise physiology.
• Ability to motivate participation in physical activity and healthy living.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification or ability to obtain within 2 weeks.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead participants through established group exercise formats safely and clearly.
• Adapt classes to accommodate varying fitness levels.
• Engage with participants and address members' needs and questions.
• Assist in developing new classes and teaching methods.
• Promote all Work Well services and programs to participants.
• Track participation using appropriate technology.
• Complete cleaning and sanitation tasks to maintain a safe environment.
• Wear PPE as directed for tasks/duties.
• Attend all required meetings/trainings.

Skills

Group exercise movements

Coaching skills

Communication

CPR/First Aid/AED

Criminal Background Check

Job description

Salary/Position Classification

• $14.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 4-6 hours per week (the hours for this position will be morning to afternoon with some evening hours required)
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

Work Well Instructors lead faculty and staff in a group environment, through a pre-arranged format of exercises designed to de-stress and enhance body functioning through stretching and mobility, while ensuring the safety of the members is not compromised. Instructors will also serve as a resource to educate members on various aspects of fitness.

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Effectively lead participants through established group exercise formats Performs a well-organized class, safety, ROM, and educates participants in proper form
• Adjust class to accommodate a variety of fitness levels
• Engages and connects with participants, approachable, and caters to needs of members
• Assist in the development of new classes and methods of instructing.
• Disseminate information on all Work Well services and programs.
• Utilize appropriate technology to track participation.
• Complete all cleaning and sanitation tasks as assigned to maintain a safe & healthy environment.
• Must wear appropriate PPE as directed for specific tasks/duties.
• Attend all meetings/trainings as required.

Required Competencies

As a result of working in this position, the staff member will gain the following skills:

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Development
• Intrapersonal Development
• Professionalism

Minimum Requirements

• General working knowledge of all group exercise movements and ability to explain proper technique to participants.
• Has effective coaching skills and knowledge in exercise physiology
• Ability to effectively communicate with participants and provide motivation for continued participation in physical activity and healthy living.
• Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED, or ability to obtain within 2 weeks of hire. (Training provided by the Wellness Center at no cost for employees)
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hold or be pursuing a major or minor in exercise science, recreation, nutrition or health-related field OR have experience in Group
• Exercise and/or at least one certification but pursuing a different primary career.
• Ability to demonstrate a competent level of instructing skills or have prior instructing experience.