Group Fitness Instructor

YMCA

  • West Bend, WI
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 2 days ago
POSITION SUMMARY:Instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group fitness classes, as directed by the supervisor.
  • Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
  • Answers questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living; maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
  • Teaches at least one group fitness class per pay period, unless your supervisor states otherwise.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness
to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.QUALIFICATIONS: * High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Cardio Dance certification required.
  • At least one year of experience teaching group fitness classes preferred.
  • Must possess valid driver’s license.
  • Experience with diverse populations, varying ages, knowledge and abilities.
CERTIFICATIONS:1. Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every yearPHYSICAL DEMANDS * While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to: bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach, stand, lift up to 50lbs, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk and hear.
  • The physical demands described here are a representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to be able to perform essential functions of the position.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: THE YMCA WELCOMES A DIVERSE WORKFORCEThe Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility

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